Students of the Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM), on the platform of their nonprofit organisation, One Health Lifesavers (OHLS), collaborated with the Lagos State Blood Transfusion Committee (LSBTC) to host an awareness walk and voluntary blood donation exercise in commemoration of World Blood Donor Day 2025.
The event, which took place at the Lagos State University main campus in Ojo, featured a health walk and a structured donation campaign aimed at encouraging safe and regular blood donation.
The global theme for this year, “Give Blood, Give Hope”, was brought to life through active student involvement, community participation, and institutional backing.
Idris Ibrahim, Executive Director of One Health Lifesavers, highlighted the significance of youth-led solutions to pressing health challenges.
He said donating blood is more than a medical gesture, as it offers hope and a second chance at life to patients in need.
Established by LASUCOM students, One Health Lifesavers has gained recognition both locally and internationally for its advocacy in voluntary blood donation and public health awareness.
The event concluded with a blood donation drive at the LASU Student Arcade, where donors were attended to by trained medical personnel.
Participants received counselling on the health benefits of regular blood donation, as well as refreshments and tokens of appreciation.
Blood shortages remain a critical health challenge in Nigeria, often leading to preventable deaths, particularly among mothers and children.
Initiatives such as this are aimed at reducing such outcomes through sustained community engagement.
One Health Lifesavers has called on more Nigerians, especially young and healthy individuals, to register as voluntary donors and support efforts to ensure that no life is lost due to lack of blood.
