By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
AIT LIVEAIT LIVEAIT LIVE
  • Live TV
  • Politics
  • National News
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Tech
  • Entertainment
  • Global
  • Videos
Font ResizerAa
Font ResizerAa
AIT LIVEAIT LIVE
Search AIT
  • Live TV
  • Politics
  • National News
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Tech
  • Entertainment
  • Global
  • Videos
Follow US

UI raises alarm over rising cases of cancer, to float 2bn endowment fund

Last updated: March 15, 2022 6:04 pm
3 years ago
Share
2 Min Read
University of Ibadan

The University of Ibadan Alumni Association (Worldwide) and the University College Hospital, UCH, have raised alarm over the increasing number of cancer patients in the country.

The university alumni while briefing newsmen said, projected research has shown that cancer-related deaths will increase by 68 per cent before 2030.

READ ALSO: Senate re-amends proceeds of crime Bill

The high cost of treatment, fear to speak up, lack of access to medical facilities, near absence of oncology and diagnostic centres in the country have been adduced, as some of the reasons for the increased cases of cancer in the country.

The President of the University of Ibadan Alumni Association Worldwide, Professor Else Adewoye, says the burden of cancer in Nigeria is large and growing, and remains a major challenge in low and medium-income countries, revealing also that the association has decided to establish a N2bn diagnostic centre at the University College Hospital, Ibadan, and hopes that well-meaning Nigerians will join the noble cause.

The representative of the Chief Medical Director of UCH, Professor Adeniyi Adenipekun, lauded the initiative, saying the timing of the project is apt.

He said the initiative will allow for early detection, as there will be easy access to facilities.

(Editor: Ifeanyi Mark)

Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Whatsapp Email Print

RSS APO Group – Africa-Newsroom: latest news releases related to Africa

  • Gentle Communication is Witness to Christ’s Peace: A reflection on the message of the 59th World Day of Communications for 2025 (By Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo) June 1, 2025
  • Mining in Motion to Host African Ministers Driving Extractive Sector Growth June 1, 2025
  • Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) women reclaim purpose and power at 2025 international women’s day retreat May 31, 2025
  • United Arab Emirates (UAE) Expresses Solidarity with Nigeria and Conveys Condolences Over Victims of Flood May 31, 2025
  • Breaking News: African Leadership Magazine Announces Winners for the 2025 African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA) May 31, 2025

Trending

aitlive 9
Breaking: INEC admits glitch in results transmission as Court Reserves Judgement In Atiku’s Petition Against Tinubu, electoral body
2023 Elections Headlines
aitlive 1 19 1
Nigeria Air: MD Confirms Unveiled Aircraft Was Hired Ethiopia Flight
Local
LABOUR PARTY
Breaking: LP And Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, Get Court Permission To Inspect Forensic Materials
2023 Elections
AIT-IMAGES - US House Republicans
US House Republicans authorize Biden impeachment inquiry
World
PETER OBI
Drama in court as judges order Peter Obi’s legal team to go home
Headlines

Section

  • Headlines
  • Local
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Crime
  • Education
  • Health
  • Entertainment

Programmes

  • Kakaaki
  • Focus Nigeria
  • Democracy Today
  • People Politics and Power
  • News Hour
  • AIT Reports
  • World News
  • Moneyline With Nancy
  • Jigsaw

About Us

  • About AIT
  • Our History
  • Our Awards
  • Our Values
  • Privacy Policy


Follow US
© AIT.LIVE. All Rights Reserved.
Join Us!

Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss our latest news, podcasts etc..

THE MOST IMPORTANT NEWS HEADLINE AND EVENT OF THE DAY

Subscribe to our mailing list to receive daily news update direct in your inbox!

Zero spam, Unsubscribe at any time.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?