Founder of Jedidiah Divine Home of Love (JEDLOF) and retired General Manager of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Dr. Mrs. Ebele Okoye, has called on Nigerians to prioritise regular medical checkups to prevent cases of sudden death.
Speaking during a medical outreach programme organised by JEDLOF over the weekend at Ikeja High School, Oyetayo, Oshodi, Lagos, Dr. Okoye emphasised the need for routine health checks, especially blood pressure and blood sugar level monitoring. She said many Nigerians suffer from undiagnosed health conditions due to economic hardship and poor access to healthcare.
“High blood pressure is a silent killer. Many people don’t even know they have it until it’s too late,” Dr. Okoye warned. “We organised this outreach to help those who can’t afford hospital visits. Nigerians are hardworking, but they lack the support systems available in other countries.”
The medical outreach, themed “Reviving Hope and Empowering Widows,” provided free screenings for over 100 widows. A team of medical professionals conducted the tests, while those with critical conditions were referred to hospitals for further attention. Medications were also provided for participants with high readings.
Dr. Okoye also urged the government, corporate bodies, and philanthropic individuals to support the NGO’s humanitarian efforts.
Mrs. Peace Okoye, the coordinator of the outreach, noted that JEDLOF shifted focus from food and cash empowerment to medical intervention to address pressing health issues among widows. 
“Many people do not carry out health checks, and this contributes to avoidable deaths. With this screening, we’re helping women understand their health better,” she said.
Some of the beneficiaries expressed gratitude for the programme. Mrs. Abiodun Funmilayo, a widow and regular participant, said the initiative had been a lifeline. Another widow, Mrs. Yemisi Adenusi, praised the foundation for assisting her with food, medical aid, and her children’s school fees.
“I’m glad I came,” said Mrs. Amaele Ego. “I didn’t know my BP was high. If I had gone to the farm today without knowing, anything could have happened.”
The outreach ended with the distribution of gifts to the widows, reinforcing JEDLOF’s commitment to improving the lives of the less privileged through health-focused interventions.
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