Polaris Bank Marks World Cancer Day With Free Breast Cancer Screening For 100 Women Nationwide In Nigeria
By Asuquo Nuwak
Polaris Bank Marks World Cancer Day With Free Breast Cancer Screening For 100 Women Nationwide In Nigeria
••• Supports an on-going free prostrate cancer screening programme for 250 persons across Nigeria, including its earlier sponsored men aged 40 years and above.
During the commemoration of World Cancer Day, Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to community health and social impact with the launch of a nationwide free breast cancer screening initiative in partnership with its NGO partner, Care Organization and Public Enlightenment (C.O.P.E).
The initiative is designed to promote awareness, screening, early detection, and preventive care, reinforcing the Bank’s belief that access to health services is a critical foundation for individual and economic wellbeing.
As part of this year’s World Cancer Day activities, Polaris Bank is providing free and comprehensive breast cancer screening for 100 women across Nigeria, while also supporting an on-going free prostate cancer screening programme for 250 persons across Nigeria, including its earlier sponsored for men aged 40 years and above.
The report said the prostate cancer screening will be conducted at the Men’s Clinic, situated at 18, Commercial Avenue, Sabo, Yaba, Lagos, provided accessible, professional medical support for male participants, seeking early detection and preventive care for prostrate.
It is reported that both initiatives (free breast and prostate cancer screenings) directly aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) through improved access to preventive healthcare and early detection services, SDG 5 (Gender Equality) by prioritizing women’s health and empowerment, and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through strategic collaboration with civil society organizations such as C.O.P.E to deliver community-centered impact.
Aside from this educational materials, community engagement sessions, and digital awareness campaigns will be deployed to reinforce key messages around early detection, lifestyle choices, and the importance of regular medical check-ups.
Commenting on the initiative, Rasheed Bolarinwa, Group Head, Brand Management & Corporate Communications, Polaris Bank, disclosed that early detection remains one of the most effective tools in the fight against cancer.
In short, he said by removing financial barriers and bringing screening services closer to communities, the Bank aims to empower individuals with the knowledge and resources they need to seek timely medical intervention.
The flagship breast cancer screening event will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the C.O.P.E Centre, 39B Adeniyi Jones Avenue, Ikeja, Lagos, from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
The exercise will be conducted by trained health professionals and volunteers, ensuring participants receive both screening services and educational guidance on cancer prevention, self-examination, and follow-up care.
Participation in the free breast cancer screening programme is subject to the following requirements: applicants must be women, applicants must be Polaris Bank account holders, and pre-registration is required, with selection based on early and confirmed submissions.
It is important to note that eligible participants are encouraged to register via the official link: bit.ly/BCS2026.
Meanwhile, the breast cancer screening is targeted at women, but Polaris Bank encourages men to actively support the health of their families by urging their wives, daughters, and female relatives to register and participate.
Similarly, men are also invited to take advantage of the on-going free prostate cancer screening programme for men aged 40 years and above at the Men’s Clinic, Sabo, Yaba.
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