Ibom Air has made a substantial presentation of anti-malaria medications to the State Malaria Elimination Programme (SMEP) under the Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Health, in commemoration of the 2025 World Malaria Day.
This donation is part of the airline’s flagship Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, FAM-pact (Fight Against Malaria in Pregnant Women and Children Today).
The presentation was made by Ibom Air’s CEO, Mfon Udom, and members of the airline’s management team, and was received by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ekem Emmanuel John.
This initiative aligns with this year’s World Malaria Day theme, “Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest. Reimagine. Reignite,” which aims to drive community engagement and amplify conversations around innovative malaria prevention strategies.
Malaria remains a significant cause of death in Nigeria, particularly among pregnant women and children under five.
To further amplify the message, Ibom Air is partnering with key stakeholders to host an awareness walk tagged “Walk Against Malaria” on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
The 5-kilometer walk will feature public sensitization sessions, free distribution of New Generation (Dual AI) Insecticide-Treated Nets (ITNs), and health education and community engagement activities.
The event is being organized in collaboration with the Akwa Ibom State Ministries of Health, Environment, and Information, the National End Malaria Council, and relevant emergency, security, and transport agencies.
According to the Programme Manager of SMEP, Dr. Boniface Ukpong, the introduction of Dual AI ITNs is a response to rising mosquito resistance in the state, and the mission is to raise awareness on new interventions and promote the adoption of effective malaria prevention tools.
Ibom Air’s Group Manager for Corporate Services, Mrs. Imelda Aba, noted that the airline’s CSR platform is anchored on health, education, and community development, and FAM-pact has become a rallying point for efforts to protect vulnerable populations.
Launched in 2024, FAM-pact has provided insecticide-treated nets, malaria medications, and educational materials to communities in partnership with the Ministry of Health.
Ibom Air has extended appreciation to the Akwa Ibom State Government, SMEP, and other partners, and urges individuals, organizations, and communities to participate in the walk and support the global fight to end malaria.
