The David Omenukor Foundation has provided free colorectal cancer screenings to over 1,000 individuals in Imo State as part of the 2026 Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. The event, themed “Blue Hat & Bow Tie,” featured health education sessions, expert-led workshops, and comprehensive screenings.
Imo State’s First Lady, Barr. Chioma Uzodimma, commended the initiative, emphasizing the importance of early detection and healthy living. Dr. Christopher Ekwunife, a consultant at the Federal University Teaching Hospital Owerri, highlighted the growing concern of early-onset colorectal cancer in developing countries, urging timely screening as the most effective preventive strategy.
The Foundation’s CEO, Dr. Keyna Omenukor, stressed the need for proactive health measures, while stakeholders called for collective efforts to prioritize early detection and awareness. The event was supported by the Nigerian Cancer Society and the Global Colon Cancer Association, among others.
