By Ajibola Adedoye
Orile Agege Local Council Development Area (LCDA), under the leadership of Executive Chairman Hon. Akinola Abiodun Idowu, joined global efforts to commemorate World Sight Day 2025 in a special community outreach held on October 9, 2025, at the Council Secretariat.
The event was organized in partnership with Lions Club District 404B2 Nigeria and the Nigerian Optometric Association (NOA), with the global theme, “Love Your Eyes — Vision for All.” It brought together eye care professionals, community leaders, and residents to promote awareness about eye health, provide free vision screenings, and advocate for accessible, affordable eye care services.
Delivering the welcome address on behalf of the Chairman, Vice Chairman Hon. Wale Fayemi expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Lions Club and NOA for bringing quality eye care services to the grassroots. He highlighted the importance of vision to education, productivity, and overall well-being, stating:
“Clear sight is a clear path to a better life. When we love our eyes, we love our future. Together, we can make Orile Agege a place where everyone has the chance to see clearly and live fully.”
Lion Oluwakemi Eribake, District Governor of Lions Club District 404B2 Nigeria, reaffirmed the Club’s commitment to its global cause of sight preservation.
“Our goal is to ensure that no one suffers vision loss from preventable or treatable conditions,” she said. “Through initiatives like this, we aim to raise awareness and bring eye care closer to the people.”
A representative of the Nigerian Optometric Association stressed the importance of regular eye examinations and healthy lifestyle practices to prevent vision issues. She cautioned against self-medication and urged residents to “show love to their eyes” by prioritising regular check-ups.
Also speaking at the event, Lion Dr. Kelechi Onyedi, Global Vision – Lagos Axis Coordinator, emphasized the goal of preventing avoidable blindness through awareness and access.
“No one should suffer sight loss simply due to lack of knowledge or services,” he said.
Highlights of the outreach included:
- Free eye screenings
- Personalised counselling
- Distribution of corrective lenses
- Sensitisation sessions led by qualified optometrists
The initiative was met with enthusiasm from residents, many of whom described the programme as “life-changing,” praising the Council and its partners for bringing essential medical services directly to the community.
World Sight Day is an annual global call to action for eye health. This year’s celebration in Orile Agege LCDA reflects a strong, compassionate collaboration between local government, humanitarian organisations, and professional bodies — all working together to create a clearer, healthier future for all.
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