By Taiye Olayemi
AXA Mansard Health has strengthened its commitment to community well-being with a free medical outreach to residents of Iwaya, Yaba, Lagos, offering vital health services to hundreds of people.
The initiative, held at the end of August, formed part of the company’s flagship “AXA Hearts in Action” programme a cornerstone of its corporate social responsibility strategy aimed at bridging gaps in healthcare access.
During the exercise, AXA Mansard Health’s medical team and volunteers delivered on-the-spot consultations, blood pressure checks, malaria testing, and other diagnostic services.
Essential medications were dispensed, while patients received guidance on disease management and maintaining healthier lifestyles.
Chief Executive Officer of the company, Tope Adeniyi said the outreach reflects the firm’s mission to extend care beyond policy documents and into communities most in need.
“Bringing healthcare services directly to people like those in Iwaya allows us to make a real difference where it matters most.
“This is not just CSR for us; it’s embedded in our DNA as a company determined to help people live better lives and build lasting relationships with communities,” he said.
The leadership team including Dr Jadesola Idowu, Chief Operating Officer; Olamide Lawal, Head of Medical Services; and Adebola Surakat, Chief Marketing Officer joined staff and volunteers in delivering care, underscoring the insurer’s hands-on approach to social impact.
Dr Idowu stressed that the project aligns with AXA Mansard’s wider ambition to close healthcare gaps for underserved groups.
“Healthcare should be accessible to everyone, regardless of socio-economic status.
“By reaching communities like Iwaya, we empower people with tools to thrive,” she said.
Surakat added that the outreach is helping nurture a culture of empathy within the organisation.
“This is more than a CSR exercise; it’s a movement. Our people are inspired to step forward, give their time, and support those who need it most,” he said.
Residents and community leaders expressed appreciation for the effort, noting its value at a time when economic pressures make access to quality healthcare difficult.
Beyond addressing immediate health needs, the programme strengthened trust and created a sense of solidarity between the insurer and the community.
AXA Mansard Health says the Iwaya initiative is part of a wider effort to deliver sustainable impact across Nigeria through consistent engagement and strategic partnerships.
The company reaffirmed its commitment to protecting what matters most by building healthier, more resilient communities nationwide.
