Hassy Haven Foundation, a non-governmental organization dedicated to supporting indigent female cancer patients, orphans, and widows, has marked its first anniversary with the provision of support to 55 cancer patients in Kaduna.
The foundation, established in memory of late journalist Hassana Yakubu, commemorated its one year of humanitarian services and support to the vulnerable with provision of financial and medical assistance to 55 indigent cancer patients to mark the day.
The outreach, held on February 24, 2025, reinforced the foundation’s commitment to easing the burden of cancer patients, particularly women battling the disease without adequate resources.
Since its establishment on February 24, 2024, Hassy’s Haven Foundation has recorded several achievement notably the building of skill acquisition center now about 90% completion.
It has also organized a medical outreach at Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital and provided financial support to 25 indigent female cancer patients at ABUTH
While 30 patient where also given financial support at Barau Dikko teaching hospital to ameliorate their plight as part of activities to mark the foundation’s anniversary.
Additionally, the foundation marked World Cancer Day with a cancer health talk and continues to create awareness, offer emotional support to cancer patients, and advocate for their well-being.
Since its inception, Hassy Haven Foundation has impacted in the fight against cancer and support for vulnerable groups.
Krestnews.com reports that within the past year, the foundation has provided medical aid to over 200 indigent female cancer patients, facilitated free cancer screenings for hundreds of women, and conducted awareness campaigns across rural communities. It has also extended support to orphans and widows through empowerment programs aimed at improving their livelihoods.
Speaking during the anniversary event, the founder, Hussaina Yakubu, emphasized the foundation’s resolve to continue its mission in honour of her late twin sister, Hassana, who succumbed to cancer after an eight-year battle.
“Hassy Haven Foundation was born out of my sister’s struggle and resilience. Her dream was to see more women win the fight against cancer, and we are committed to keeping that dream alive,” Yakubu stated.
She called for greater collaboration from individuals, corporate organizations, and government agencies to enhance cancer care and support systems for underprivileged patients.
As part of the anniversary outreach, the newly supported 30 cancer patients received financial aid of N20,000 naira each to support their treatments, essential medications.
The foundation also reaffirmed its commitment to advocating for policies that improve access to cancer care for indigent patients.
With one year of impactful service, Hassy’s Haven Foundation continues to stand as a beacon of hope for those in need, ensuring that cancer warriors, orphans, and widows receive the support they deserve.
The Medical Director, Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital, Professor Abubakar Tabari, represented by Dr Garba Muhammad, commended Hassy Haven Foundation for its steadfastness in creating awareness and support for cancer patients.
He also assured the foundation of its readiness to partner with the foundation in line with the hospital policy to enhance care for cancer patients
On his part ,the Chairman, Nigeria Cancer Society, Kaduna State chapter ,who is also a Trustee member of the Foundation, Prof Sunday Adewuyi, called on other well-meaning Nigerians to get involved in issues that concerns cancer treatment, saying that assisting cancer patients should be everybody’s business.
He also called on Nigerians to ensure they undergo regular check and when cancer is dictated it can be quickly address which increases the area of survival.(www.krestnews.com).