Cancer patients in Nigeria will soon receive increased financial support following a partnership between United Nigeria Airlines and the Nigerian Cancer Society aimed at mobilising funds and raising awareness about the disease.
The collaboration will use the airline’s network of over one million passengers to encourage voluntary donations, promote early detection and improve access to cancer care, particularly for patients facing financial difficulties.
United Nigeria Airlines, as part of its corporate social responsibility, is partnering with the Nigerian Cancer Society to raise funds and awareness for cancer patients across the country.
The airline’s CEO, Mazi Ositadinma Okonkwo, drawing on his personal experience of losing two sisters, says he is convinced that the partnership will use the airline’s platforms and passenger network to promote early detection of cancer.
The NCS President says the society is intensifying cancer education, research, screening advocacy and policy engagement but requires sustainable funding to expand its interventions.
The Cabin Services Manager of United Nigeria Airlines says cabin crew members will lead the in-flight awareness and fundraising campaign, with plans to introduce QR codes for convenient passenger donations.
Through the partnership, United Nigeria Airlines aims to turn its passenger network into a lifeline for cancer patients
