Beta Glass expands free breast cancer screening to boost early diagnosis in Nigeria
Beta Glass Plc has expanded its free breast cancer screening initiative as part of efforts to promote early diagnosis, strengthen public awareness and encourage preventive healthcare in Nigeria.
The initiative, held as part of the 2026 edition of the company’s #FromGreenToPink campaign to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, combined medical education, free screening services and community outreach to highlight the importance of recognising warning signs and seeking timely medical attention.
The company in a statement issued monday said it conducted breast cancer screening exercises at its headquarters in Victoria Island, Lagos, and its manufacturing plants in Agbara, Ogun State, and Ughelli, Delta State, in collaboration with its Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO) partner. It said the campaign featured an employee sensitisation session, breast cancer screenings across three Beta Glass locations and an awareness walk in Lagos.
Speaking on the campaign, Taiwo Olaitan, Health Education and Information Officer, Eti-Osa LGA, stressed that Early detection of breast cancer is very important, especially as women grow older.
“We thank Beta Glass for organising this awareness walk. It has been a wonderful experience, and the campaign carries an important message. We look forward to more partnerships and collaborations with Beta Glass and more meaningful initiatives that will continue to raise awareness and promote the health and wellbeing of people in our communities”, Olaitan said.
Sharing her experience of the screening exercise, Diseye Goni, Quality Assurance Specialist at Beta Glass’ Ughelli Plant in Delta State, said: “I was very happy because I had never had this experience before. I had never been anywhere that provided free access to breast cancer screening.”
Extending the campaign beyond the workplace, Beta Glass said its employees also participated in a breast cancer awareness walk on 28 October 2026, from the company’s Lagos Head Office to Sandfill Bustop promoting breast cancer awareness, importance of early detection and the need for regular screening and timely medical attention.
Also speaking, Gladys Umoh, HR Director, Beta Glass Plc, said awareness is most valuable when people feel equipped and encouraged to act on what they have learnt. “Through #FromGreenToPink, we are creating opportunities for our employees to access reliable health information and screening services within a supportive environment. We want our people to understand the importance of early detection and feel empowered to make informed decisions about their health”, Umoh said.
Beta Glass reiterated the campaign’s central message, “Early Detection Saves Lives,” encouraging individuals to remain informed, prioritise appropriate screening and seek timely medical advice beyond October.
