In a landmark event organized by the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Anambra State chapter, the Anakwenze Foundation was awarded the Most Impactful Foundation of the Year, a testament to its continued commitment to grassroots development and public health advocacy.
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Themed “Slump and Die”, the sensitization campaign focused on the causes of sudden death and was held in commemoration of NAWOJ Anambra’s one year in office under the leadership of Comrade Tochukwu Ifejika.
Hon. Dr. Joe Akabuike, former Commissioner for Health and Chief Medical Director of COOUTH, who served as the guest speaker, praised the foundation’s founder, Dr. Nwachukwu Anakwenze, describing him as “a home man”—a leader deeply connected to his roots and consistently dedicated to the welfare of his people.
Dr. Nwachukwu, known for his longstanding philanthropic work, was represented at the event by Comrade Chukwuebuka Emmanuel, Head of Operations at the Anakwenze Foundation, alongside Mr. Obazie Arinze. Receiving the award on behalf of the foundation, Chukwuebuka expressed appreciation to NAWOJ for the recognition, affirming that it serves as motivation to do even more in supporting the downtrodden in Alaigbo and beyond.
The well-attended program included stakeholders from the media, healthcare sector, paramilitary bodies, and local governments. Participants received critical health training and awareness on the importance of routine medical checkups and the dangers of self-medication.
Dignitaries present included two local government chairmen, the NUJ Chairman for Anambra State, and top officials from immigration, police, civil defense, Red Cross, and road safety services.
In her closing address, Comrade Tochukwu Ifejika highlighted the significance of the event in marking NAWOJ Anambra’s one year of impactful service, reaffirming their commitment to using journalism as a tool for advocacy, awareness, and social good.