A Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), Coalition Against Cancer, has charged lawmakers across the country to approve proposals on steps to reduce the prevalence of cancer in the country. Apart from this, the group also tasked the National Assembly to formulate laws that would give attention to cancer diagnosis, its treatment and awareness in the country. The Coalition Against Cancer stated this in Thursday during a press conference to herald World Cancer Day coming up on February 4, 2020, saying this legislation will help in no measure to check the mortality rate of cancer patients. The group comprising eleven different organisations frowned over the mortality rate of cancer and specifically expressed disappointment over the attitude of public office holders and government officials in handling cancer issues. He expressed optimism that the concerted efforts of all the groups would make a tremendous impact in fighting cancer in the state.

Source: Nigerian Tribune January 30, 2020 15:22 UTC