By Edwin Nwachukwu
The Umunya community in Anambra State has launched a major health mission to advance the United Nations 2030 Agenda, with support from Chief John O. Agulue, Akunnia, and the Anambra State Association USA (ASA-USA).
108scoop.com reports that the initiative focuses on the UN principle of “Leave No One Behind” by improving health and wellbeing across the community.
Organisers say the programme will strengthen local health systems, expand access to essential healthcare, and ensure residents receive better medical services regardless of age, gender, income or location.
Speaking on the initiative, Ambassador Prof. Ada JUNI Menakaya, Deputy Permanent Observer of the Pan African Intergovernmental Agency on Water and Sanitation for Africa to the United Nations and Director of Global Education for the Umunya Professional Association (UPA), said the mission combines global standards with Umunya’s local health needs.
She said, “Health is a universal right. By aligning with the UN 2030 Agenda, Umunya is demonstrating leadership, dignity, and foresight. This mission ensures that no child, no woman, no elder, and no vulnerable person is left behind.”
According to her, the Community Health Mission will provide preventive health education, community screenings, maternal and child healthcare, sanitation awareness, and stronger referral pathways to accredited medical facilities.
Also, Chief John O. Agulue, Akunnia, described the project as part of his long-standing commitment to community development and sustainable healthcare.
“A healthy community is a prosperous community. My vision is to see Umunya stand as a model of health equity and human dignity,” he said.
The Umunya Medical Mission is coordinated by the Anambra State Association USA (ASA-USA), Georgia Chapter.
The programme also brings together the Bar JUNI and Irene Menakaya Foundation International, Umunya Youth Sustainability Network (UYSN), Umunya Professional Association (UPA), local health practitioners, community leaders, women and youth groups, faith-based organisations, public health educators, and government and non-governmental partners.
The organisers said the broad partnership will keep the mission inclusive, culturally relevant and sustainable.
They expect the programme to expand access to essential healthcare for more than 5,000 residents. The mission will also improve maternal and child health, increase public awareness of sanitation, hygiene and disease prevention, support early detection of communicable and non-communicable diseases, and strengthen long-term health infrastructure in Umunya.
The expected outcomes support Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Wellbeing) by promoting equal access to quality healthcare.
However, Chief Agulue urged all villages in Umunya, members of the Umunya diaspora and neighbouring communities to support the initiative.
He said that the community remains committed to excellence, accountability and global engagement as it works toward better health and human dignity.
External Links
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: https://sdgs.un.org/goals
World Health Organization – Health Topics: https://www.who.int/health-topics
UNICEF Nigeria – Health Programme: https://www.unicef.org/nigeria/health
