Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi lll, has said no amount of spiritual incantation, charms or use of concoctions can curb cancer.
Adeyemi spoke when Ondo State Governor’s wife, Mrs. Betty Akeredolu, led members of the Breast Cancer Association of Nigeria on a courtesy visit to his palace in Oyo town.
BRECAN had visited the monarch to thank him for the enormous support given to its members in Oyo State during the 2020 World Cancer Day celebration.
According to him, “No amount of spiritual incantation, concoctions or climbing of prayer mountains that can curb it, except periodical medical check-ups and self-examination, which will go a long way in reducing the mortality rate.”
The Alaafin assured Akeredolu of his continuous support for the fight against breast cancer through consistent and aggressive awareness.
The monarch said his sister was a victim of the disease and was still receiving treatment at the University College Hospital, Ibadan.
“She survived it through early detection and prompt medical approach,” he said.
Adeyemi promised to use his position to create more awareness for people to appreciate that “breast cancer is not a deadly disease if well managed medically at an early stage,” assuring BRECAN of continued support to drive their vision and mission.
Earlier, BRECAN founder, Akeredolu, commended the monarch for the warm reception accorded her team and for his consistent support, especially during the 2020 World Cancer Day Celebration.
The governor’s wife said she was impressed with how the monarch showed genuine commitment in the fight against breast cancer.
“With the strong message and consistent one indeed, we will be able to convince our people that breast cancer is not a death sentence. And with the imperial majesty position, we will use him in breast cancer advocacy in the country,” she said.
