The University of Abuja Teaching Hospital (UATH), Gwagwalada, Abuja, on Saturday, October 31, 2026, joined other stakeholders in the fight against cancer at the Walk Away Cancer Awareness Walk organised by the MEDICAID Cancer Foundation at Monaliza Park, Abuja.

The hospital was represented at the awareness campaign by Prof. Ukamaka Itanyi, Consultant Radiologist Department of Radiology, the Public Relations Officer, Sani Suleiman and the Assistant Chief Information Officer, Gami Tadanyigbe. They participated on behalf of the Chief Medical Director, Prof. Thairu Yunusa, and the entire management of UATH.

The event was attended by the Founder of the MEDICAID Cancer Foundation, Her Excellency, Hajiya Zainab Shinkafi Bagudu, and the FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, alongside other stakeholders, healthcare professionals, cancer advocates and members of the public.

The awareness walk was organised to promote public understanding of cancer, encourage early detection and diagnosis, and advocate healthy lifestyle choices as essential measures for cancer prevention and control. It also aimed to strengthen support for people living with cancer, survivors and their families.

UATH’s participation underscored the hospital’s commitment to public health advocacy, preventive healthcare and strategic partnerships aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing the burden of cancer in society.

The campaign also provided an opportunity for stakeholders and participants to demonstrate solidarity with cancer patients and survivors while calling for increased public awareness, regular cancer screening and collective action towards effective cancer prevention and control.

The hospital’s participation further reaffirmed the commitment of the CMD Prof. Thairu Yunusa and management to supporting initiatives that promote healthier communities, strengthen disease prevention and improve access to quality healthcare services.