“FEDERAL COOPERATIVE COLLEGE LAUNCHES GENEITH HEALTH COMPETITION TO COMBAT MALARIA”
GREATRIBUNETVNEWS–Federal Cooperative College, Eleyele, Ibadan, has officially launched the Geneith Health Competition (GHC), a nationwide initiative aimed at empowering young people to fight against malaria. The flag-off ceremony was held on August 25, 2025, in the college conference room, with notable stakeholders in attendance.
Key Highlights:
– Malaria Prevalence: The college’s Provost, Dr. Ibrahim Abdul Ganiyu, revealed that approximately 90% of students seeking medical attention at the school clinic report symptoms related to malaria.
– Competition Details: The Geneith Health Competition is a structured initiative with a ₦1 billion commitment from Geneith Pharmaceuticals, including ₦400 million in cash prizes and ₦600 million in scholarships and incentives.
– Empowering Students: The competition aims to mobilize students to take ownership of their health and environments, promoting a malaria-free Nigeria.
Objectives:
– Raising Awareness: The initiative seeks to raise awareness about malaria and its impact on communities, particularly among young people.
– Student Engagement: By engaging students in the competition, the organizers hope to empower them to become ambassadors in the fight against malaria.
– Healthcare System: The competition aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s eight-point agenda to reinvigorate the healthcare system for the benefit of all Nigerians
Ilobanafor stressed the need for proactive engagement, stating that prevention is the key to combating malaria. “If we have ambassadors of malaria who are actively involved in cleaning up their environments, we can significantly reduce the burden of this disease,” he asserted.
Supporting this vision, Comrade Emmanuel Aluko, President of the Students Union Government (SUG) at the Federal Cooperative College, described the initiative as a “life-changing opportunity” for students. “We are fully ready to take ownership of the fight against malaria. Our generation must be the one to finally end this disease,” he declared.
Comrade Oyewumi Festus Ayomide, National President of the National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS), echoed this sentiment, urging all Nigerian students to participate in the GHC. Registration is not just about competing; it comes with education and access to treatment. Together, we can create a malaria-free generation, he encouraged.
Mrs. Sulaimon Rofiat Ambimbola, Head of the College Clinic, lauded the project for aligning health awareness with practical solutions, stating, “Sanitation, prevention, and awareness are key. If students are healthy, their education thrives. That is why we strongly align with this initiative.”
The Geneith Health Competition is set to reach students at multiple levels, offering prizes worth over ₦1 billion, including cash awards and various giveaways. Registration for the competition began on June 1, 2025, and will continue until February 15, 2026. Students are encouraged to participate in this transformative initiative aimed at making malaria a thing of the past by visiting the website, www.geneithhealthcompetition.com.
As the onset of this competition draws near, the Federal Cooperative College positions itself as a leader in public health advocacy, paving the way for other institutions to join the fight against malaria and support the health and welfare of their communities.
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