Champion Breweries gives back to community: Remodeled Aka community health centre

Tony Okoh, Uyo

Champion Breweries has reaffirmed its dedication to corporate social responsibility by commissioning the newly remodeled Aka Community Health Centre.

The company also conducted a comprehensive two-day free medical outreach, benefiting over 1,000 residents of Aka Community in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State

The health center was upgraded with modern facilities, including solar-powered lighting for 24-hour electricity, new beds, shelves, windows, doors, and tiling of floors. Additionally, borehole water systems were activated, and offices were renovated to enhance the delivery of primary healthcare services.

The accompanying medical outreach, held from December 30 to December 31, 2024, provided free eye care, including eye checkups, reading glasses, and medications, as well as general medical consultations.

The medical team for the medical outreach was Good Health Specialist Clinic, Kellers Eye Clinic, and Nobis Optometry Clinic.

Speaking at the commissioning, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Champion Breweries, Dr. Inalegwu Adoga, emphasized the importance of giving back to the host community.

“The Aka community has been pivotal to our success over the years. This remodeling project and medical outreach underscore our dedication to improving the lives of those who support us,” he said.

Adoga noted that the initiative is part of the company’s 50th-anniversary celebrations and reflects its vision to create a lasting social impact.

Village Head of Aka Community, Eteidung Francis Morgan, commended Champion Breweries for their consistent contributions.

“This health center now stands as a beacon of hope for our community. We are deeply grateful and urge for additional support in securing the facility with perimeter fencing,” he stated.

Medical outreach coordinator Dr. Idoreyin Udoh highlighted the broad scope of the healthcare services provided. “Our team screened residents for conditions like hypertension and diabetes while addressing other general health concerns. Critical cases are being referred for further treatment,” he explained.

Head of the Aka Community Health Centre, Mrs. Florence Okon Udoudo, expressed her gratitude, describing the transformation of the facility as life-changing.

“This intervention has given us the tools to deliver quality healthcare. We thank Champion Breweries and look forward to further collaborations,” she said.

Beneficiaries of the outreach praised Champion Breweries for its dedication to community development and applauded the timely intervention.