The Lagos Government has named a 105-bedded Primary Healthcare Centre, the largest in Nigeria in both size and equipment, after the First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu.
Princess Samiat Bada, Executive Chairman of Ikosi Isheri Local Council Development Authority (LCDA) announced this on Wednesday at the inauguration of the healthcare center in Ikosi Isheri, Lagos state.
The event was attended by the Wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, who represented the first lady and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
Bada said that the healthcare facility is a full scale medical institution that houses over 25 specialised units.
“It has a mini theatre with precision equipment, radiology room with automated ECG system, fully equipped ICU and international standards wards, among others,” she said.
Bada said said the facility was named after Mrs Tinubu to immortalise her excellence, intelligent and impactful leadership.
Sanwo-Olu on his part, commended the chairman for her commitment towards various projects in the development of the LCDA.
The governor said he was happy and proud to be identified with the giant stride of the LCDA Chairman..
“We are happy that this development, which is in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, is happening at the third tier of government, especially in our LCDA.
“This is not a small edifice, this is for the betterment of the citizens, particularly the indigent and vulnerable,” ‘he said.
Sanwo-Olu called on the State Ministry of Health and other relevant health agencies to render support in the efficient and effective management of the facility.
Inaugurating the healthcare centre, the first Lady said the project aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda of Tinubu, to improve health and well-being of every Nigerian, especially women and children and also as a right for every citizen and not as a privilege
“I am informed that this primary healthcare centre features a 105 bedded facility with over 25 specialised units with modern equipment, dedicated family health unit and a fully functional theatre and emergency responses system.
“It is a beacon of hope for mothers, children, the elderly and vulnerable in our society.
“I urged all stakeholders especially health workers and community leaders to take ownership of this laudable Initiative,”she said.
The first lady commended the chairman of the LCDA for investing in the health development of the people, stressing that she had demonstrated impactful leadership
Mrs Tinubu also inaugurated a 30-bed PHC at Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area of Lagos State.
First Lady inaugurates 30-bed PHC in Ikoyi-Obalende
First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu , on Wednesday inaugurated a 30-bed Primary Health Centre at Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area of Lagos State.
The ultra-modern health facility was built by the LCDA.
Inaugurating the facility ,Tinubu, represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shetima, commended the council for the project, saying it would boost access to healthcare in the area.
She said the project aligned with the present administration’s agenda, which prioritises affordable healthcare for all Nigerians.
“This project aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Tinubu, which prioritises the health and well-being of all Nigerians, especially women and children.
“I commend the Executive Chairman, Mr Fuad Lawal, for his commitment to grassroots development. This PHC stands as a testament to what responsive and people-centered governance should be.
“This project is not only about the present,but also the future,”she said.
Tinubu also thanked the council for honouring her by naming the facility after her.
She urged members of the community to take ownership of the project to ensure it serves its purpose.
“I urge health workers, community leaders and residents of this community to take ownership of this centre.Also ,I thank the chairman for naming it in my honour,” she said.
Speaking , Mrs Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, wife of Lagos governor, also thanked the council chairman for the project.
“Today we are witnessing the dividends of the Strategic Local Government Autonomy Policy, formally introduced by His Excellency President Tinubu which is a significant turning point in Nigeria’s democratic evolution.
“Lagos State whole heartedly embraces this policy, and we commend the insightful leadership of Ikoyi-Obalende LCDA.
“The transformative and sustainable initiatives of the council have significantly improved the quality of life of residents of the community,” she said.
She also commended the council chairman for his strides in infrastructure development, economic empowerment, job creation and social welfare .
According to her ,the council chairman has significantly transformed the LCDA to a more vibrant and developed community.
Speaking, Lawal said the facility was one of the impactful projects delivered since he assumed office in 2017.
“The PHC will serve the entire community by providing prompt medical attention.
The bold economic reforms of President Tinubu such as removal of fuel subsidy and granting of local government autonomy greatly helped to deliver this project.
“We believe that true governance is realistic and possible and I know that my successor will not start from the scratch, but consolidate on all the things we have put in place for our people” he said.