United Nigeria Airlines Teams Up with Cancer Society for Fundraising

United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) has formed a partnership with the Nigerian Cancer Society (NCS) to mobilise funds aimed at supporting cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment in Nigeria. This collaboration was formalised through a working agreement signed in Lagos.

The initiative will allow passengers to make voluntary financial contributions via the airline's digital channels and onboard services when booking flights. Managing Director of UNA, Osita Okonkwo, stated that funds would be deposited into a dedicated account, with both organizations jointly determining the supported programs.

He assured donors of transparency, with monthly reconciliations of accounts. The partnership comes at a critical time when Nigeria faces challenges in cancer response due to inadequate funding and healthcare infrastructure.

Prof. Abidemi Omonisi, President of NCS, highlighted the need for investments in advanced diagnostic equipment and expressed concerns over the withdrawal of major pharmaceutical companies from Nigeria, which has increased treatment costs.