By The9jaTREND
The Oloi Evbagharu Erediauwa Foundation (OEEF), in collaboration with Edo State Ministry for Health and the Africa Cataract and Eye Foundation (ACEF), is set to provide free cataract surgeries and comprehensive eye care services for 100 beneficiaries across communities in Edo State.
The medical outreach programme will take place between 10 am and 4 pm tomorrow, Thursday March 12, 2026 at the Madonna Hall of St Paul Catholic Church, 30 Airport Road, Benin City, Edo State.
A joint statement Wednesday in Benin City by the trio of OEEF, ACEF and the health ministry disclosed that the initiative aims to improve access to quality eye care for vulnerable and underserved populations, while addressing the growing burden of avoidable blindness caused by cataracts and other preventable eye conditions.
The statement by Pastor Sylvester Ebhodaghe of OLEEF on behalf of ACEF and the ministry explained that the humanitarian gesture is being organized in honor of Her Royal Highness Oloi (Queen) Evbagharu Erediauwa (the Obarisiuwa N’Erie), one of the beloved queen consorts of His Royal Majesty, Oba Erediauwa.
OLEEF was established in 2013, seven years after the queen consort passed away on August 20, 2016, to preserve and celebrate her enduring legacy of compassion, service, and commitment to community well-being.
Besides the free cataract surgeries, Pastor Ebhodaghe said that 100 free prescription glasses will also be offered to school children while 200 reading glasses will be provided to adult beneficiaries after screening at the event. There will also be free post-surgery medication for the beneficiaries.
Continuing, he added that since its inception, the Foundation has remained steadfast in its mission to uplift the less privileged through a range of impactful programs. It has provided educational support to underprivileged children, empowered rural women, and championed initiatives that promote the welfare and development of the girl child. These interventions have touched lives across Edo State and beyond, reinforcing the Foundation’s commitment to social upliftment and sustainable community growth.
Pastor Ebhodaghe: “The upcoming free cataract surgery and eye care program further reflects the Foundation’s continuing dedication to humanitarian service and to the ideals of love, empathy, and generosity that the late Oloi Evbagharu Erediauwa embodied throughout her lifetime.
“Members of the public are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to access free medical evaluation, treatment, and surgeries, which will be conducted by a team of qualified ophthalmologists and medical volunteers led by the Chief Surgeon, Dr. Mejuya Okorodudu.”
The statement added:”For further inquiries, participation, or registration details, please contact:
Oloi Evbagharu Erediauwa Foundation Secretariat
📞 +234-8097788006
olevefoundation@gmail.com
🌐 olevefoundation.org
IG @olevefoundation.”