Rotary partners Indo eye care on 810 free cataract surgeries in Lagos
23 December 2024 |
3:32 am
The Rotary Club of Lagos Palm Grove Estate in partnership with the Indo Eye Care Foundation, Eye Care Centre Sam Pharmaceutical Limited, and EuroChemo Venture Limited conducted over 810 free cataract surgeries for communities within and outside Lagos State. The surgeries, under the Rotary Mission 4 Vision Project, were part of the strategic projects…
The Rotary Club of Lagos Palm Grove Estate in partnership with the Indo Eye Care Foundation, Eye Care Centre Sam Pharmaceutical Limited, and EuroChemo Venture Limited conducted over 810 free cataract surgeries for communities within and outside Lagos State.
The surgeries, under the Rotary Mission 4 Vision Project, were part of the strategic projects by the Rotary to contribute its quota to humanitarian service.
The event was witnessed by the Consul General of India, Shri Chandramouli Kern, and the District Governor of Rotary District 9111, Rotarian Oluwole Kukoyi, members of the Indian Community and members of Rotary Club of Lagos Palm Grove Estate, Lagos Island and Maryland.
The theme, “Celebration of Service and Vision: Indo Eye Care’s Impact” was characterised by great joy for over 800 recipients of free cataract surgery.
Speaking at the event, the Consul General of India, Shri Chandramouli Kern, said, “Seeing is a divine light. So when you come to Indo Eye Care, you are certain that you will see. The contributions of Indo Eye Care are great to the lives of Nigerians.
“All the surgeries carried out are free. I am happy that the Indian Community has made a significant contribution to Nigeria, especially Lagos State. The facility is owned by the Indian Community. I am grateful for supporters and the community that contributed to success in Lagos.”
In his response, the DG of Rotary Club 9111, Rotn Oluwole Kukoyi commended the Consul General for his intervention, especially for ensuring that Rotary District was strong in the area of health.
“We have come to see the work you are doing and I can confirm that the facility is the best for cataract surgery. I am certain that the organisation will partner with the Indo Eye Care to restore people’s sight.”
Furthermore, the President of the Rotary Club of Lagos Palm Grove Estate, Rotn Omoye Evbota, said the programme was a significant milestone in the initiative’s journey to restore vision and improve lives in underserved communities.
“Partnering with an organisation like Indo Eye Care would have a significant impact on the community and offering 810 free cataract surgeries could restore vision and improve the quality of life for many individuals,” she said.
Also, Rotn Tarun Sanghvi of Eye Care Foundation, said, “My gratitude to the Lagos State Ministry of Health for the support to the activities of the Indo Eye Care. We have done over 2500 surgeries in the centre and every day, when people come to the centre, they are given free services and free eyeglasses.
“It is our duty as human beings to help other people. The Indian Community supports Indo Eye Care and we have rendered these services for the past 10 years.”
One of the beneficiaries, Elder Gilbert Okosa commended the efforts of the members of the Rotary Club of Lagos Palm Grove Estate and Indo Eye Care Foundation for organising such a programme for them.
He said, “I did not believe it but I did the surgery and it was successful. Before I came, I could not see anything but now, I can see clearly. A friend introduced this place to me and I gave it a try and everything is well.”
Olugbenga Paul, another beneficiary, appreciated the organisers for the assistance rendered.
He said, “In 2012 when I had surgery on my right eye. I spent so much money but coming for free eye surgery on my left eye in the Indo Eye Foundation was unbelievable. But, it is real and seamless. I can pray that God will continue to bless the organisers.”
The doctor who manned the surgery section, Dr. Idakwo Ugbede also applauded the organisers.
“It is a great reward for helping humanity and giving back to society. When people walk blindly on the street, it contributes negatively to the country’s economy.
“With 800 people whose eyes have been restored, it is a lot of relief for the economy because people will be able to go back to their work and business and add value to their lives and the economy,” the doctor added.
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