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*The Anti-HIV/AIDS CDS group of Odeda Local Government Area, Ogun State organised a sensitization programme at Camp Bus Park, Abeokuta.*

The sensitization commenced at 9am with an address by the president of the CDS group, *Mr. Abdulfatai Wasiu Iretiayo.* He emphasized the need for the sensitization themed 'Getting to Zero: Zero new HIV infections, Zero discrimination, Zero AIDS related deaths' , and he solicited everyone’s cooperation to ensure a successful sensitization.

The corp members were divided into sub groups which spread out to the streets of camp and its environs carrying placards in English and Yoruba languages to reinforce the message of prevention, early detection and adherence to drug in HIV positive patients.

Students, market women, traders, young and old alike were educated on the need for early detection to ensure a healthier positive life.

They were encouraged to get tested and to access drugs in certified health facilities. Condoms were also shared to members of the community.

We acknowledge Pharm. Onwuka Chinedu of Positivesconnect Nigeria for the support.

Special thanks to the Vice President, Pharm. Emem Bassey for her contributions towards the success of the sensitization.

All thanks to the members of the ANTI-HIV CDS group, the event's success was hinged on their participation.

Report was compiled by
Emem Dyamondz Bassey of Anti-HIV CDS UNIT
ODEDA Local Government, OGUN STATE.

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Community development service (CDS) is one of the four essential component of National Youth Service Year. It is therefore mandatory for every corps members to participate actively in it.

It was a ground breaking event as Anti-HIV and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) CDS Groups of Odeda Local Government, Ogun State took their final sensitization and mega projects to the pupils of Nawair-Ud-Deen Grammar School, Obantoko, Abeokuta.

The sensitization exercise began with a talk tagged " The relevance of Education to Self Actualisation and National Development" delivered by Mr Ismaeel of SDGs CDS unit. He encouraged the pupils to embrace education and shun social vices, he accentuated the need to succeed regardless of challenges they might encounter on their way to success. Ismael, a first class graduate of linguistics and literacy studies used himself as a case study, informing the students about several obstacles he encountered but he didn't allow them to deter him from achieving his goals.

The second lecture dwelt on " HIV, Symptoms and Prevention" and was jointly delivered by Pharm. Onwuka Chinedu Kester and Scientist Okpeye Chidi Peter. Mr. Chinedu started by stating the discouraging statistics of people living with HIV in Nigeria, especially amongst teens between the ages of 15 - 24 years and the need for HIV education especially in schools.
Chidi took his time to explain the meaning of HIV and AIDS, the body defensive system and how it could be susceptible to various infections when attacked by the virus. The session also included STI games/activities which helped the students understand how easily HIV can be transmitted.

The session ended by emphasising the ABCD of HIV prevention and establishing the fact that abstinence is the best and safest means of preventing HIV.

The CDs group then proceeded to distribute incentives such as books, pens, stationery items to the students who answered related questions correctly.

The capstone of the event was the erection of a billboard with HIV prevention messages in the school premises by the ANTI-HIV CDS Group, knowing fully well that the messages will serve as reminders even while we might have been long gone.

There is an intrinsic joy attached to contributing positively to your immediate community. It is an awesome feeling to be part of the solution, and not the problem. I therefore want to appreciate NYSC for this glorious opportunity to serve and as well implore prospective corps members to give their best during their service year. I conclude with the words of John F. Kennedy " Never ask what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country".

Aladeojebi Oluwatosin Isaiah
Media and ICT department,
Anti-HIV CDS unit
Odeda Local Government, Ogun State.


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It was another impacting moment when the Anti-HIV CDS GROUP of Odeda Local Government in conjunction with her fellow partner in progress, Sustainable Development Goals CDS unit took their sensitization exercise to market women at Osiele market, Osiele Abeokuta.

The sensitization exercise began as early as 9 a.m. with over 50 market women in attendance, the program began with lecture on "Importance of keeping the environment clean " delivered by Miss Lawal Aishat Abiola of the SDG CDS.
She emphasised why good hygiene practice is a necessity among market women especially those selling food items to prevent contamination of food items thereby ensuring safety of final consumers. Coincidentally, every Thursday is set aside by the State Government for sanitation of markets across the state. She concluded by advising them to embrace the initiative as cleanliness is next to health and wealth.

The second lecture dwelt on " HIV Education" and was delivered by Miss Akinboyewa Oluwasimidele. She accentuated the importance of knowing one's HIV status as well as the ABCD of HIV prevention. The accronym ABCD stands for:
A for Abstinence,
B for be faithful,
C for use Condom
D for Do not share sharp objects respectively.
She concluded by informing them of steps to take in case of rape and necessary actions to take within 72 hours of occurrence.

After the lectures which lasted for about 45 minutes , the Anti-HIV medical team led by President of the Group, Pharmacist Onwuka Chinedu Kester embarked on malaria test for the market women. They were advised on importance of using treated Mosquito net and were given prescription of drugs for those who tested positive.

The team also proceeded to test the market executives whose chairperson is Madam Amoke Ogundele, the Iyalode of Osiele market Abeokuta.
In her remarks, she expressed her joy for the magnanimity showed by the corps members in visiting the market and prayed that the good Lord will grant their heart desires.

The President of SDG CDS, Mr. Azuibuike Valentine in his vote of thanks expressed gratitude for the opportunity granted us to contribute our quota in ensuring good and sound health as it is one of the sustainable developmental goals. He also assured them that subsequent sensitization exercise will include incentives.

Personally, it was a thing of joy and happiness for us meeting these wonderful people and being able to help them in our own little way. The golden message therefore is that we are all partners in progress and everyone should strive to contribute their own quota no matter how little it may be so that our dear country can be great again.

Aladeojebi Oluwatosin Isaiah
Media and ICT department
Anti-HIV CDS UNIT
Odeda Local Government, Ogun State.



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SERVICOM CDS UNIT CORPERS’ SENSITIZATION PROGRAMME AT ASERO MOTOR PARK, ODEDA LG, OGUN STATE
The SERVICOM CDS UNIT of Odeda Local Government, Ogun State went on her sensitization programme to ASERO Motor Park, Asero, Abeokuta. The basis of the sensitization was to enlighten the drivers on SERVICE DELIVERY (the right to be served right) alongside other essential areas to implement safety while driving; Road signs and meanings, Accident and its management, Steps to minimize crash risks, Safety precautions and regulatory compliance, Customers’ relation and interaction with the paramilitary/security agencies (NPF, FRSC, VIO, etc)
The CDS unit president; IGE Oluwatobi Olumide opened the floor of the programme. He laid emphasis on delivery being ‘safe’ and not just ’quick’. And that tragedies are preventable, passengers lives should be of great regards by the drivers, funds for implementing safety is minimal compared to cost of crashes. He also made mention of the relevance of right customer relation and communication attitude.
Mr Toheeb, the unit’s Treasurer took the floor by talking on the road signs and symbols; the meaning(s) with the aid of diagrams. Shukura; a member of the unit added to the point by advising the younger ones in this line of business to avoid being subjected to violence or going through risks at the expense of their lives and at the favour of highly ranked personalities. She made mention of herself being a proud product of the fund from this line of business (transport).
Thereafter was when Mr. Yemi talked about “Accidents and its management”; the possible ways to avoid crashes, safety precautions to take while driving, the use of seat belt (talked about the survey of how this has really helped to reduce live lost), alcohol intake, vehicle maintenance etc.
The PRO; Muraina Abibat spoke on “attitude towards the customers/passengers and how to effectively relate with the paramilitary/security agencies by the road”. She talked about the drivers knowing their rights and the document(s) each of these agencies has the right to request from them, keeping their vehicle papers updated and many more.
So many questions and suggestions rolled out during the question and answer segment. The drivers pleaded for the intervention of the government and the concerned agencies as regards the installation of the road signs at the appropriate spots and the possible repair/maintenance along odeda-odogun road.
A delegate of the NURTW appreciated the effort of the unit after which photographs were taken and then dismissal.
Report Compiled by
IBRAHIM Rukayat Aramide
SERVICOM CDS UNIT General Secretary
ODEDA L.G., OGUN STATE

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Good job guys. I'm glad you're impacting lifes.

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Great initiative guys!

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