Epilepsy affects nearly 4.5 million Nigerians, yet 70% of patients in rural areas lack access to treatment due to high drug costs. Anti-seizure medicines cost about $100 per month, far beyond what rural families can afford. Without medication, patients face frequent seizures, injuries, stigma, and death. This project will supply life-saving drugs for 4,500 rural patients, helping them live safely, work, and study without constant fear of uncontrolled seizures.
Epilepsy is common in Nigeria, but most patients in rural areas cannot afford medication. The average cost of $100 per month is far higher than what rural households earn. Without treatment, people experience repeated seizures that cause injury, disability, or death. Children drop out of school, adults lose work opportunities, and families face social stigma. The treatment gap leaves thousands at risk of preventable suffering.
The project will purchase anti-seizure medications in bulk and distribute them through rural clinics and trained health workers. Each patient will receive a steady supply of drugs to prevent seizures. Community health teams will also educate families on safe medication use and support patients in sticking with treatment. Reducing the cost barrier gives rural families the chance to manage epilepsy effectively and live with dignity.
Access to affordable medication will reduce seizure frequency, prevent injuries, and save lives. Patients will be able to work, attend school, and contribute to their families instead of being isolated by illness. Over time, improved seizure control reduces stigma in communities and builds acceptance of people living with epilepsy. By closing the treatment gap for 4,500 patients, this project lays a foundation for healthier, more productive rural communities.
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