2017 THIRD QUARTER DEWORMING EXERCISE JULY 17th-23th
Glory be to God who has given us victory in Christ Jesus in every aspect of our lives. The third quarter deworming exercise took place a week earlier than scheduled because of a little shift in the general school timetable for the long vacation. We had to go when we would be able to get hold of the kids. This was necessary because this is the peak of the rainy season in Nigeria and a time when worm infestation is at its peak. The journey as usual started from Abuja to Bauchi, to Yola, Gugura in the Vere hills and finally to Koma hills. This was the toughest journey so far. There were many challenges ranging from insufficient funds to inability of some of our team members to go with us as a result of their personal life challenges. Another big challenge was the bad road as many of the roads were impassable. The major bridge between Karulahi and Shigeri wasJU washed out making it impossible for any vehicle to pass. At this juncture, we had to employ the services of local bike riders and the remaining time we had to do with trekking. However, it was a successful journey.
We dewormed about 2500 children and adults. We treated about 20 people of malaria despite the fact that there were many people down with malaria parasites. We could not give out water filters because of insufficient funds. We visited 8 schools and 5 communities. We had a 2 day revival program with the Koma area mission churches and many people were blessed.
By the grace of God, Shalom Global missionary Outreach was able to pay the one month salary owed the teachers of Redeemed people’s Academy Gugura. We thank you for your every support. God bless you.