NSUK NASSA Organises Free Hepatitis B Screening and Sensitisation Campaign
NSUK NASSA Organises Free Hepatitis B Screening and Sensitisation Campaign
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The Natural and Applied Sciences Students Association (NASSA) of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), on Thursday, October 8, 2026, organised a Hepatitis B sensitisation campaign and free medical screening to promote awareness, encourage early detection and strengthen preventive health practices among students and members of the university community.
Held at the University Assembly Hall, the programme brought together university officials, health professionals and students to discuss the transmission, prevention and management of the disease.
Representing the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sa'adatu Hassan Liman, the Director of Health Services, Dr. Ibrahim Madaki, described the initiative as timely and urged participants to embrace accurate health information and share the knowledge acquired to promote community health.
The NASSA President, Comrade Musa Omaku Suleiman, appreciated the university management for supporting initiatives that promote students' welfare and societal well-being.
Similarly, the Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences, Dr. Bawa Yusuf, representing the Dean, Prof. M. D. Makut, commended the management for creating an enabling environment for academic and health-related programmes.
Two resource persons delivered presentations on the scientific and clinical perspectives of Hepatitis B. Mr. Yusuf Ibrahim Kana, Director of Advancement and Linkages at Nasarawa College of Health, Science and Technology, discussed the virus and its modes of transmission, while Dr. Ikrama Hassan highlighted its health implications and stressed the importance of early detection, medical care and preventive measures.
A major highlight was a free medical screening exercise featuring Hepatitis B screening, blood sugar checks, and height and weight measurements.
In his vote of thanks, the NASSA Vice-President, Victor Mario, appreciated the university management, resource persons and participants, urging attendees to apply and share the knowledge gained.
