SUNU Assurances and SUNU Health strengthen breast cancer awareness

Author: vanguardngr.comPublished on: November 3, 2026Country: Nigeria

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SUNU Assurances Nigeria PLC and SUNU Health Nigeria Limited partnered with the H2O Wellness Foundation to educate more than 60 women, including 40 radio presenters, at the “Pink Mic 2026” initiative in Lagos. Led by journalist Janet Karz Joshua, the campaign promotes early detection and preventive care while encouraging women in media to look after their own health. Japari Yusuf of SUNU Assurances said the organisation had supported breast cancer screening for 100 women in 2024 and 150 in 2025. Physician Uchenna Anekwuonye also advocated physical activity, lifestyle medicine and appropriate treatment following a cancer diagnosis.

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