Lagos: The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) has announced another successful bone marrow transplant cycle, adding to its initial success in September 2024. Dr. Adeseye Akinsete, a Paediatric Haematologist at LUTH, shared this development with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos. He mentioned that preparations are underway for a third cycle, scheduled for August.

According to News Agency of Nigeria, Akinsete made these remarks during the World Sickle Cell Day, which is observed every June 19. This day aims to raise awareness about sickle cell disease and the challenges faced by patients, families, and caregivers. The 2025 theme for World Sickle Cell Day is ‘Global Action, Local Impact: Empowering Communities for Effective Self-Advocacy’, emphasizing the importance of amplifying the voices of those affected by sickle cell anaemia.

LUTH successfully completed its first bone marrow transplant in August 2024, offering new hope to patients suffering from sickle cell disease (SCD). This procedure represents a significant breakthrough in Nigeria’s medical field, highlighting the capability of local healthcare facilities to provide advanced treatments for complex conditions. Nigeria bears the highest burden of sickle cell disease globally, with approximately 150,000 children born with the condition annually.