2025 World Health Day: NAS, Medical Practitioners Urge Government to Tackle Maternal and Infant Mortality
The National Association of Seadogs—Pyrates Confraternity (NAS PC), in collaboration with medical practitioners from the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Yenagoa, has called on the State and Federal Governments to formulate deliberate health policies aimed at reducing maternal and infant mortality rates in Nigeria.
The call was made during the 2025 World Health Day commemoration themed “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures”, which took place at the Bakassi Returnees Village in Ekeki, Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital.
During the event, NAS PC emphasized the urgent need for government intervention through the implementation of free antenatal and postnatal care programs for pregnant women across the country. They also advocated for increased awareness and access to child nutrition and immunization, stressing that such measures are critical in preventing and managing common maternal and childhood illnesses.
The Capoon of the Oxbow Marino Deck of NAS PC, Engr. Adogbeji Egbonoje, in his remarks, explained that the event aligns with the Association’s creed, particularly the ideals of “Humanistic Ideals” and “Comradeship and Chivalry.” He underscored the vital role of women in shaping a healthy society and emphasized the need for women to prioritize both their health and that of their unborn children.
The program featured expert presentations by Dr. Oru Inetsol of the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, and Nurse Ebikimo Oruama Princess, a Senior Nurse Officer, Midwife, and Public Health Nurse. Both health professionals shared valuable insights into maternal and child health, with a focus on best practices in antenatal and postnatal care, child nutrition, immunization, and effective strategies for reducing maternal and infant mortality.
Over 100 participants, including men, women, and children, attended the seminar. The audience engaged actively with the resource persons, asking questions and expressing appreciation for the practical knowledge and advice shared during the session.
The seminar proved to be a meaningful and impactful way to mark World Health Day in Bayelsa State. The contributions of the guest speakers, combined with the active participation of attendees, led to rich discussions and a deeper understanding of how to promote healthier futures through early interventions in maternal and child healthcare.
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