Balogun Israel

I am the UK Global Award Winner for 2022 in Social Action, a Chevening Alumnus and Roger Casement Fellow in Human Rights, and a PhD student at UCL.

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

This Ugandan doctor met the family who sponsored him as a kid. Thanks to them, he was able to access education and is now a renowned HIV researcher.

[Carl Skau @WFPChief]

This is what progress looks like.

Sarah used to rely on @WFP food assistance. Now she runs her own farm, feeds her family & sells the surplus. Thousands more across Kenya are doing the same.

Resilience programs don’t just transform lives—they reduce the need for aid altogether.

[Oby Ezekwesili @obyezeks]

Today is April 28!

This one is especially precious.

Born in the year 1963 that Nigeria became a Republic and today, I am 63!

Meaningful and memorable. Thank You, Lord!

I love You, Lord
Oh, Your mercy never failed me
And all my days, I've been held in Your hands
From the moment that I wake up
Until I lay my head
Oh, I will sing of the goodness of God

All my life You have been faithful
All my life You have been so, so good
With every breath that I am able
Oh, I will sing of the goodness of God

I love Your voice
You have led me through the fire
In darkest night You are close like no other
I've known You as a Father
I've known You as a Friend
Oh, I have lived in the goodness of God, oh-oh-oh

And all my life You have been faithful
All my life You have been so, so good
With every breath that I am able
Oh, I will sing of the goodness of God

Your goodness is running after, it's running after me
Your goodness is running after, it's running after me
With my life laid down, I'm surrendered now
I give You everything
'Cause Your goodness is running after, it's running after me

Your goodness is running after, it's running after me
Your goodness is running after, it's running after me
With my life laid down, I'm surrendered now
I give You everything
'Cause Your goodness is running, it keeps running after me! ✝️🙇🏾‍♀️🙇🏾‍♀️🙇🏾‍♀️🙇🏾‍♀️🙇🏾‍♀️💜💝😁

#AGloriousAndHappiestBirthday
#ASpecialExtravagantWorship
#ALifeOfThanksLiving
✍🏾✍🏾✍🏾

[Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, CON, CGH @akin_adesina]

I was honored to be the keynote speaker at the Harvard University Ministerial Leadership Program. Leaders must transform the lives of people. They must lead from the heart with kindness. They must be accountable to the people. Do not be a position occupier—be a leader.

[Senator Obi @IykeNwaObi]

A student brought her baby to class when she had no other option. Instead of seeing it as a disruption, her professor recognized a young mother doing her best.
The professor stepped in, gently took the baby in her arms, and continued teaching the lesson. The student was able to focus and learn without worry.
Beautiful example of compassion and support. ❤️

[Muneer Yaqub🇺🇸🇳🇬 @elMunir5]

How I bagged PhD at 27 and won the Outstanding Graduate Student Award at UT Dallas.

School is not a scam.

[Carl Skau @WFPChief]

410,000 people. No statistic prepares you for what that looks like on the ground.

I was last here in Dadaab 18 months ago—and the situation is more urgent than ever. Families are in dire need of emergency food AND investments in self-reliance.

We must act. Lives depend on it.

[Enezator @Enezator]

No one noticed the blind girl, but somehow he was the only one who truly did 💛

[Balogun Israel @temisrael]

@WFPChief @WFP Thank you Cindy for the sacrifices over the years. We appreciate your greatly.

[Chimama ❤️ Obi @Chima_Obi1234]

“We were in Lagos for Christmas. Nkanu had what we first thought was just a cold, but soon turned into a very serious infection and he was admitted to Atlantis hospital.

He was to travel to the US the next day, January 7th, accompanied by Travelling Doctors. A team at Johns Hopkins was waiting to receive him in Baltimore. The Hopkins team had asked for a lumbar puncture test and an MRI. The Nigerian team had also decided to put in a 'central line' (used to administer iv medications) in preparation for Nkanu's flight. Atlantis hospital referred us to Euracare Hospital, which was said to be the best place to have the procedures done.

The morning of the 6th, we left Atlantis hospital for Euracare, Nkanu carried in his father's arms. We were told he would need to be sedated to prevent him from moving during the MRI and the 'central line' procedure.

I was waiting just outside the theater. I saw people, including Dr M, rushing into the theater and immediately knew something had happened.

A short time later, Dr M came out and told me Nkanu had been given too much propofol by the anesthesiologist, had become unresponsive and was quickly resuscitated. But suddenly Nkanu was on a ventilator, he was intubated and placed in the ICU. The next thing I heard was that he had seizures. Cardiac arrest. All these had never happened before. Some hours later, Nkanu was gone

It turns out that Nkanu was NEVER monitored after being given too much propofol. The anesthesiologist had just casually carried Nkanu on his shoulder to the theater, so nobody knows when exactly Nkanu became unresponsive.

How can you sedate a sick child and neglect to monitor him? Later, after the 'central line' procedure, the anesthesiologist casually switched off Nkanu's oxygen and again decided to carry him on his shoulder to the ICU!

The anesthesiologist was CRIMINALLY negligent. He was fatally casual and careless with the precious life of a child. No proper protocol was followed.

We brought in a child who was unwell but stable and scheduled to travel the next day. We came to conduct basic procedures. And suddenly, our beautiful little boy was gone forever. It is like living your worst nightmare. I will never survive the loss of my child.

We have now heard about two previous cases of this same anesthesiologist overdosing children. Why did Euracare allow him to keep working? This must never happen to another child”.

CNA

[Balogun Israel @temisrael]

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[Balogun Israel @temisrael]

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[Balogun Israel @temisrael]

This is awesome, as someone who was sponsored too by a good Christian in medical school, I could feel the tears of joy from this reunion.

[Africa Facts Zone @AfricaFactsZone]

Ugandan Doctor, Edward Kankaka finally meets the family that sponsored him since he was a child.

They have exchanged letters and photos for 30 years.

He travelled to Australia for a medical conference, and finally got to meet them.

[Africa Facts Zone @AfricaFactsZone]

Ugandan Doctor, Edward Kankaka finally meets the family that sponsored him since he was a child.

They have exchanged letters and photos for 30 years.

He travelled to Australia for a medical conference, and finally got to meet them.

[Balogun Israel @temisrael]

@tremhqt Congratulations to one of our father of faith in Nigeria. We celebrate your legacies across board. Thank you for your numerous sacrifices.

[Balogun Israel @temisrael]

Chevening Awareness Workshop for Persons with Disabilities 2025 🔔🔔🔔
We are live now!!!
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📅 Date: Sunday 7th September, 2025
🕙 Time: 4:00PM (WAT)
💻 Venue: Teams (link below)
🔗 Join Teams Meeting:

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[Pastor Adeboye @PastorEAAdeboye]

Yesterday, I made a surprise visit to Four of our parishes in Boun, just before Simawa in Ogun State. I went quietly, simply desiring to worship and fellowship with the brethren, without any form of prior notice or preparation. Beloved, it was a glorious time in God’s presence, a reminder that wherever God’s children gather in spirit and in truth, His presence will surely be there.

Now, welcome to September, your month of destiny and divine visitation. This month, the Almighty will single you out for favour. He will rewrite your story for good, and every long-awaited promise will find fulfilment in your life in Jesus’ name.

For those in Nigeria, for those in Africa, and for all our brethren in every nation of the world, no matter where you are, the presence of God will locate you. You will not miss your day of visitation. This September, the Lord will open doors that no man can shut, and He will grant you peace on every side.

“And the LORD appeared unto him the same night, and said, I am the God of Abraham thy father: fear not, for I am with thee, and will bless thee, and multiply thy seed for my servant Abraham’s sake.” (Genesis 26:24)

[Balogun Israel @temisrael]

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[Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM @hyderabaddoctor]

When the Healer Falls: A Wake-Up Call for Doctors’ Heart Health
💔Yesterday morning brought heartbreaking news.
Dr. Gradlin Roy, a 39-year-old cardiac surgeon, collapsed during ward rounds. Colleagues fought valiantly-CPR, urgent angioplasty with stenting, intra-aortic balloon pump, even ECMO. But nothing could reverse the damage from a massive cardiac arrest due to a 100% left main artery blockage. My heartfelt condolences. Om Shanti🙏

His tragic death is not an isolated event. In recent years, India has witnessed several young doctors, often in their 30s and 40s, succumbing suddenly to heart attacks. The irony is stark: those who dedicate their lives to saving others’ hearts are often neglecting their own.

❓Why are doctors more prone to heart attacks?
Multiple risk factors uniquely affect the medical fraternity:
1. Long, erratic working hours → chronic sleep deprivation, circadian rhythm disruption.
2. High stress levels → decision fatigue, constant patient/family pressures, medicolegal worries.
3. Sedentary lifestyle → prolonged standing in the OT or prolonged sitting in the OPD but little aerobic exercise; missed workouts due to on-call duties.
4. Unhealthy eating patterns → irregular meals, hospital canteen food, frequent caffeine.
5. Neglect of preventive care → many doctors postpone their own health check-ups and ignore early warning signs.
6. Psychological burden → burnout, depression, and emotional exhaustion add to cardiovascular risk.
7. Higher incidence of smoking and alcohol abuse

✅What should doctors do to safeguard their own hearts?
1. Regular health check-ups: Annual screening for BP, lipids, diabetes, ECG, and stress test when indicated.
2. Prioritize sleep: Aim for at least 7 hours, even if in split cycles, and protect it as seriously as an OT slot.
3. Daily physical activity: Minimum 30 minutes of brisk walking, jogging, or cycling should be non-negotiable.
4. Mindful nutrition: Balanced meals, portion control, cut down on fried foods and excess sugar.
5. Stress management: Yoga, meditation, breathing exercises, or hobbies that recharge mental health.
6. Say no to tobacco and alcohol: Absolute essentials.
7. Build support systems: Peer networks and mental health check-ins to tackle burnout and depression.
8. Listen to your body: Do not ignore chest discomfort, unexplained fatigue, or shortness of breath.
9. Take breaks, go for vacations, spend time with family and friends.
10. Learn to say NO: If you are overworked, learn to say 'No'. Elective surgeries & procedures and OPD conusltations are not urgent- they can be scheduled for a later date.

Dr Sudhir Kumar 28-08-2025