The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Anambra State Chapter, has intensified efforts to promote healthy living among residents through a health sensitisation exercise tagged “NIPR Walk for Life.”
The event, which had as its theme “Walk for Your Health and Community: A Bold Step into Wellness and a Step Out for Impact,” brought together members of the institute, health enthusiasts, public relations practitioners, and residents from different walks of life.
The exercise commenced at the Awka City Stadium and featured a road walk through major routes within the capital city before culminating in a fitness and workout session at the Dr. Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka.
The event featured a road walk along the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, aerobic workout sessions, health awareness talks, networking opportunities, refreshments, and other recreational activities aimed at encouraging residents to embrace healthy living and community wellness.
Addressing participants at the event, the Chairman of NIPR Anambra State Chapter, Dr. Ngozi Ulogu, described the initiative as part of the institute’s commitment to promoting not only professional excellence but also the physical and mental well-being of members and the general public.
She explained that regular exercise helps to improve cardiovascular health, strengthen the immune system, reduce stress, and lower the risk of developing chronic diseases, urging residents, irrespective of their age or occupation, to deliberately create time for physical activities.
Speaking during the exercise, the State Welfare Officer of the institute and a Chief Superintendent of Police, CSP Josephine Ihunwo, emphasized the need for individuals to become more intentional about maintaining healthy lifestyles and encouraged participants to adopt habits that promote wellness.
CSP Ihunwo noted that routine health check-ups help in the early detection and management of illnesses before they become life-threatening, adding that prevention remains more effective and less costly than treatment.
Also speaking, the fitness coach who coordinated the workout session, Mr. Sunday Okafor, reminded participants that health is one of life’s most valuable assets and should never be taken for granted.
He explained that regular physical activity helps improve body strength, flexibility, endurance, and mental alertness while reducing the likelihood of developing lifestyle-related diseases.
