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Niani Dobbo Nasenic Clinic conducts free medical screening

Jan 5, 2026, 12:41 PM | Article By: Seedy Jallow

In an effort to promote quality healthcare services across the country, the Niani Dobbo Nasenic Clinic in Sami District, Central River Region North, has successfully concluded a free medical screening for residents of the region and beyond.

The event drew participants from several districts, including Sami, Niani, Fulladu East, Fulladu West, Wuli, and Sandu, who attended to assess their health conditions.

The founder of the clinic, Mr Lamin J. Darboe—former Chairman of the Truth, Reparations and Reconciliation Commission (TRRC)—was present at the occasion. He encouraged the public to make regular visits to healthcare centres for medical check-ups, emphasising that prevention is key to reducing disease. Quoting the well-known adage, he reminded attendees that “a healthy nation is a wealthy nation.” Mr Darboe also expressed his appreciation to the doctors and nurses who volunteered their services during the programme.

The initiative was sponsored by the Niani Dobbo Youth Development Association in collaboration with members of the village Diaspora.

Speaking on behalf of the association, Deputy Public Relations Officer (DPRO) Mr Musa Dahaba thanked the village youths and Diaspora community for their commitment in ensuring the success of the event. He urged fellow youths to emulate their example by contributing to the delivery of quality healthcare services to the people of The Gambia.