The De’ Maria Foundation, led by renowned public health advocate, Dr. Ebitimi Patricia Tobuyei, has impacted the lives of more than 2,000 people through a comprehensive four-day health and community intervention programme aimed at promoting HPV awareness, improving healthcare access and supporting vulnerable populations.

The outreach, implemented under the Foundation’s flagship initiative, “The Red Bloom Project:

Empowering Girls One Pad at a Time,” was held between June 4 and June 7, 2026, across four locations:

Nyanya Secondary School, FCT Abuja, the Suleja Correctional Facility in Niger State, Mararaba Kabayi Community in Nasarawa State and St. Francis Catholic Church, Pegi-Kuje, FCT Abuja.

The programme brought together a multidisciplinary team of medical doctors, nurses, pharmacists, public health professionals and volunteers who provided free medical services, health education, welfare support, scholarships and financial assistance to beneficiaries.

At Nyanya Secondary School, students received extensive education on Human Papillomavirus (HPV), cervical cancer prevention, menstrual hygiene management and reproductive health. The Foundation also awarded scholarships to selected students while distributing sanitary pads, educational materials and other welfare items to support their academic and personal development.

The intervention extended to the Suleja Correctional Facility, where both male and female inmates benefited from a comprehensive medical outreach.

Healthcare professionals conducted vital signs assessments, laboratory investigations, medical consultations and treatment of identified health conditions. Free medications were distributed, while inmates received health education on reproductive health, cervical cancer prevention, HPV awareness and the importance of regular health screenings. Welfare packages were also provided to improve the well-being of inmates.

In Mararaba Kabayi Community, residents including women, men, adolescents and children participated in health awareness sessions and accessed free healthcare services.

Beneficiaries received medical consultations, laboratory tests, medications and professional healthcare advice.

The Foundation also educated participants on HPV transmission, cervical cancer prevention, personal hygiene and healthy living practices.

Vulnerable individuals received welfare materials and financial support.

The programme culminated at St. Francis Catholic Church, Pegi-Kuje, where congregants benefited from free medical consultations, medications, health education and welfare assistance. Special emphasis was placed on women’s health issues, cervical cancer prevention and the need for routine health screening.

Speaking after the successful outreach, Dr. Tobuyei described The Red Bloom Project as a holistic intervention designed to address critical health, educational and social challenges confronting underserved communities.

According to her, the initiative goes beyond awareness creation to deliver practical support that transforms lives.

“The Red Bloom Project is about empowering people through knowledge, healthcare and support. Beyond raising awareness, we are providing direct medical assistance, welfare support and educational opportunities that improve lives and strengthen communities,” she stated.

Dr. Tobuyei also praised the healthcare professionals, volunteers and development partners whose dedication and commitment ensured the success of the programme.

With more than 2,000 beneficiaries reached during the four-day intervention, the De’ Maria Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding the initiative to more communities across Nigeria, with the goal of improving access to quality healthcare, health education and social support services.

The De’ Maria Foundation is a humanitarian and public health organisation committed to advancing healthcare delivery, education, advocacy and community development through impactful interventions targeted at vulnerable populations.