More than 1,500 residents of the Ofoni community in Bayelsa State received free medical and eye care services during a four-day outreach held from October 28 to 31, 2025. The initiative, sponsored by Renaissance Africa Energy Company (Renaissance) in partnership with the Kolmarg Eyesight Foundation, brought essential healthcare directly to one of Bayelsa’s coastal communities where access is often limited.
The outreach offered a wide range of services, including medical consultations, screenings for common illnesses, distribution of essential medications, basic health education, and counselling. Residents also received free reading glasses, while individuals diagnosed with serious eye conditions benefitted from sight-restoring surgeries, including cataract and pterygium procedures performed by specialist medical teams.
Representatives of Renaissance noted that the outreach aligns with the company’s commitment to improving healthcare access and enhancing community wellbeing across the state. They emphasized that many rural and riverine communities lack regular medical attention, making such interventions vital for early diagnosis and timely treatment.
The Executive Director of Kolmarg Eyesight Foundation described the turnout as “overwhelming,” highlighting how many patients had endured long-standing medical and visual challenges due to financial barriers and the distance to healthcare facilities. He expressed gratitude to Renaissance for supporting the programme and strengthening access to free medical and surgical care.
Community leaders praised the initiative, calling it an impactful and lifesaving effort that brought relief to families who had struggled with untreated conditions for years. Beneficiaries also shared their appreciation, noting that the outreach restored hope for many—particularly elderly residents, artisans, and schoolchildren who rely on good vision and basic healthcare to thrive. With over 1,500 patients served, the organizers expressed readiness to scale up similar programmes to other underserved communities across Bayelsa State.
