By: Manoah Kikekon
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| Organizing team |
SAMO SEJE, BADAGRY – In a display of community-driven healthcare, the SEAL Initiative, in collaboration with Grace Clinicals, successfully hosted a comprehensive School Community Medical Outreach Program on Friday, February 13, 2026.
The event, held in the Samo Seje area of Badagry, Lagos State, provided life-saving healthcare services and vital health education to over 100 students, parents, staff members, and residents of the surrounding underserved community.
Founded by Makinde Endurance Anuoluwapo, the SEAL Initiative is a student-centered NGO dedicated to empowering the next generation through education and social impact. This latest intervention, facilitated through the "SEAL Community" platform, specifically targeted Ade Galaxy School, bringing a "hospital to the doorstep" for families who often face significant barriers to quality medical care in the border town.
The outreach addressed a critical need for accessible primary healthcare in Badagry. Medical experts from Grace Clinicals conducted basic evaluations for adults and staff, identifying common issues such as hypertension and malaria. Following consultations, essential medications and Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) were distributed to participants. The provision of ORS was particularly timely, serving as a preventative measure against dehydration-related complications in the current climate.
One of the most impactful segments of the day was the interactive educational session for female students on menstrual health. In many rural Lagos communities, "period poverty" and social taboos often lead to school absenteeism.
"Inside that classroom, we are not just talking about biology; we are restoring dignity," an organizer noted.
The team dispelled common myths and provided practical tips on hygiene management. To ensure the lessons were backed by action, sanitary pads were distributed to every student present, a gesture designed to keep them in school and focused on their studies regardless of their monthly cycle.
In a rare but necessary addition to local medical outreaches, a dedicated Mental Health Awareness session was organized for both parents and students. The facilitators focused on early signs of emotional distress and the importance of open communication within the family. By reducing the stigma associated with mental health challenges, the SEAL Initiative aimed to foster a more supportive home and school environment for the young learners.
This outreach is part of a broader mission by the SEAL Initiative to promote inclusive development. By combining medical assessments with social education, the NGO ensures that its impact goes beyond the physical distribution of drugs.
"Our mission is to support vulnerable populations by ensuring they have the health awareness needed to thrive," said founder Makinde Endurance Anuoluwapo. "When students are healthy and informed, their leadership potential is limitless."
The residents of Samo Seje and the management of Ade Galaxy School expressed deep gratitude for the intervention. For many parents, it was their first professional medical check-up in months. Community leaders praised the collaboration between SEAL Globals and Grace Clinicals, noting that such partnerships are essential in bridging the infrastructure deficit in Badagry’s health sector.