Chinedum Elekwachi
Anambra State Association, Women in USA, Inc. and ASA Women USA Cancer Coalition in Nigeria, has made a significant contribution of N3 million to support three breast cancer survivors in Anambra State.
The group presented a cheque of N1 million each to three beneficiaries – Blessing Ebele Machi, Florence, Nwogochukwu Nwosu and Nkoli Pieta Nnolum.
Founder/ President, Dr. Mrs. Anthonia Uche-Umeh said the funds donated would assist the survivors with their ongoing hospital bills and medication.
Uche-Umeh, who spoke through Board Chairman of the association, Dr. Josephine Onor said ASA Women USA, has been carrying out medical missions since its establishment in 2011.
She explained that the association presents dummy cheques to beneficiaries while it pays the actual funds directly to the hospitals for accountability.
Managing Director of Anambra Broadcasting Service, Chris Molokwu, commended the association’s efforts.
He said the support provided would significantly alleviate the challenges faced by the survivors, as breast cancer remains a leading cause of mortality among women today.
Assistant Coordinator Southeast for ASA Women USA, Mrs. Felicity Ebele Obiakonze emphasized the grassroots efforts in identifying survivors and confirmed that the funds are sourced from ASA Women USA, Inc.
The beneficiaries, expressed gratitude and prayed for the association’s continued blessings.
The cheque presentation was attended by several notable members, including Mrs. Ify Unachukwu, Head of Television at ABS and a member of the association.
