The recently concluded Taraba Pinktober Townhall and Mega Rally in Jalingo, Nigeria, was a resounding success. The event brought together breast cancer survivors, healthcare professionals, and community leaders to raise awareness about breast cancer, promote early detection, highlight the importance of Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) management, and discuss strategies for strengthening MDT collaboration to achieve better outcomes.

The event was co-hosted by The Cancer Consciousness Initiative (CCI) (the mother NGO of The TeleOncology Hub) alongside the Nigerian Cancer Society, Federal Medical Centre Jalingo, Taraba State Specialist Hospital Jalingo, Federal University Teaching Hospital Wukari, National Orthopedic Hospital Jalingo, and the Fhamas Cancer Foundation.

The high-level advocacy Town Hall meeting featured engaging discussions, including the announcement of FMC Jalingo’s inclusion in the National Chemotherapy Access Program (NCAP) and the Nigerian Cancer Health Fund (NCHF). Stakeholders in the cancer space delivered goodwill messages, while participants benefited from breast cancer awareness talks and screenings, and inspiring testimonies of survival and resilience.

Keynote speakers shared valuable insights on breast cancer prevention, the evolution and practice of MDT management, treatment options, and the importance of support systems in the cancer care journey.

The highlight of the event was the Mega Rally, held on Saturday, 25th October 2025, where hundreds of participants marched through the streets of Jalingo in different shades of pink. They carried signs and banners with messages of hope and awareness, creating a powerful display of solidarity and collective commitment to fighting breast cancer.

Key Takeaways:

• Breast cancer awareness and early detection are crucial for effective treatment and survival.
• Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) management leads to better patient outcomes.
• Patient Navigation ensures patient-centered care, eliminating multilayered cancer barriers and disparities.
• Community support and solidarity are vital for individuals affected by breast cancer and other cancers.
• Continued prioritization of healthcare and equitable resource allocation remain essential.
• The event also marked the commencement of our Melanoma Awareness Campaign by CCI.

Take a look at some videos of the event here.

Stay Involved
If you’re interested in getting involved in our breast cancer awareness initiatives, please contact us at teleoncologyhub2025@gmail.com, ccinitiativenig@gmail.com +2349160462316. We’d love to have you on board!

You can find out more about the initiative here.