The Lagos State Government has launched a Free Limb Deformity Corrective Surgery Programme, providing life-changing surgeries and rehabilitation for 50 children with lower limb deformities.
The initiative aims to alleviate the physical and emotional burden on affected children and their families, enhancing their ability to function normally in society.
Since its inception in 2007, the programme has helped over 6,000 children with conditions like bow legs and clubfoot that impede mobility.
The recent phase included screenings at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, with qualified candidates receiving surgery at the Gbagada General Hospital, along with physiotherapy, nutrition counseling, and mobility devices.
According to the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Ministry of Health, Dr. Olusegun Ogboye, the 50 beneficiaries were selected from 213 applicants.
“The programme started in 2007 as a medical assistance initiative for children with lower limb deformities that impede normal growth and function,” Ogboye said.
He noted that the programme aligns with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s T.H.E.M.E.S. Plus Agenda and complements other free medical interventions.
Programme coordinator Dr. Tolulope Ajomale highlighted the impact of these surgeries in providing hope and improving the quality of life for underserved populations.
Gbagada General Hospital has been a key partner in the programme’s successful execution.
The state encourages families to seek medical attention for limb deformities early and take advantage of the annual free corrective surgery initiative.
This programme reflects Lagos’ dedication to fostering a healthier, more inclusive society.
