Oyenike Oyekan Foundation Marks 2025 Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Urges Nigerians to Break the Silence


 


As part of activities to commemorate the 2025 World Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Oyenike Oyekan Foundation has called on Nigerians to speak up about breast cancer, dispel harmful myths, and embrace early detection as a critical step in saving lives.

In a statement signed by the foundation’s Managing Consultant, Nelson Ekujumi, the non-governmental organization stressed that “breast cancer is not a death sentence,” and emphasized the importance of regular medical screening to ensure early diagnosis and treatment.

The organization, which focuses on cancer awareness, treatment, and social welfare, aligned its campaign with this year’s global theme by the World Health Organization (WHO) – “Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters.” According to the foundation, the theme highlights the uniqueness of every breast cancer journey and reinforces the need for equitable, high-quality care for all.

“In realization of the sanctity of human life, which is unique and precious, the Oyenike Oyekan Foundation is committed to spreading awareness and educating the public across the nooks and crannies of Oyo State and Nigeria at large,” the statement read.

Citing statistics from WHO, the foundation revealed that breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women globally, with 2.3 million cases and 670,000 deaths recorded in 2022 alone. It warned that without widespread awareness and access to screening, many lives could continue to be lost unnecessarily.

While noting that women over 50 are most at risk, the organization added that younger women and men are not exempt. It stressed that early detection through regular check-ups is the most effective way to reduce mortality.

The foundation strongly condemned the culture of silence, superstition, and reliance on spiritual explanations for the disease, which it says continues to delay timely medical intervention.

“Women must jettison the culture of silence and the tendency to seek only spiritual solutions. Breast cancer is not caused by spiritual attacks—it is a medical condition, and it is treatable if caught early,” the foundation stated.

It also used the occasion to call on government at all levels to make breast cancer screening free and accessible in all public health institutions, particularly for women. The foundation further urged corporate organizations, NGOs, and stakeholders in the health sector to partner in the ongoing campaign to educate the public and dispel misinformation about cancer.

The Oyenike Oyekan Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to advocacy and community outreach programs, stressing that a united front is needed to tackle the myths and stigma surrounding breast cancer in Nigeria.

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