"Partners should be aware of their genotype before entering into marriage" ~ KASU Lecturer DR Hadiza Talatu Muhammed

The necessity for partners to ascertain their genotype before entering into marriage was stressed during a recent sensitisation program organised by Kaduna State University Library and the African Research and Innovation Initiative for Sickle Cell Education (ARISE).

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The program was held on Monday, 13th May 2024 at the university's main campus.

The event, led by Dr. Hadiza Talatu Muhammed, the Deputy Librarian of KASU, aimed to enlighten students about sickle cell anaemia. Dr Hadiza emphasised the significance of understanding one's genotype and that of their partner before marriage to determine the risk of passing on sickle cell anaemia to their children.

She highlighted that choosing partners wisely based on genotype can help control the spread of the disease and alleviate the immense burden faced by families caring for children with sickle cell anaemia.

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Other organizers of the program include Mrs. Esther Gani, and Hajiya Halima Usman, among others.

The event also included a Q&A session to address students' inquiries on the subject.

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Signed 

Adamu Nuhu Bargo 

Public Relations Officer, 

Kaduna State University.