Executive Summary
The LGRhythms Foundation is intensifying efforts to raise awareness about kidney failure in Nigeria through public education on prevention, early detection, and management. Lawal Kazeem, President of the foundation, highlighted the organization's long-standing humanitarian outreach, targeting terminal illnesses during an awareness walk in Lagos. The foundation's "Eko Connect" charity walk against kidney failure included offsetting dialysis bills for patients at LASUTH. Kazeem expressed concern over the rising incidence of kidney-related conditions among younger populations, with the foundation earmarking N5 million for the 2026 campaign. Adewale Bolaji, Commandant of the charity walk, emphasized preventive healthcare and lifestyle changes, while Adedoyin Adepitan, Connect Director, urged regular medical check-ups and healthier dietary habits.
- LGRhythms Foundation increases kidney failure awareness in Nigeria, allocating N5 million for a 2026 campaign.
What Is Driving The Story?
- Rising kidney disease incidence.
- Need for preventive healthcare.