Korede Abdullah in Lagos
In a significant milestone for healthcare delivery in Lagos State, the federal government has commissioned a state-of-the-art 20-bed Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC) in Oreta Community, Igbogbo-Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Ikorodu.
This initiative, led by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), marks a crucial step towards achieving universal health coverage in Nigeria.
The facility, commissioned by Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, boasts cutting-edge features, including a labour room, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), maternity and behavioural health rooms, patient wards, and a consultant’s office.
According to a statement issued by Special Assistant to the SSAP-SDG, Desmond Utomwen on Thursday, the amenities are strategically designed to cater to the healthcare needs of the local population, with a particular emphasis on maternal and child health.
The statement read in part, “This healthcare center is a tangible expression of our dedication to providing accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare to Nigerians, especially at the grassroots. It’s a beacon of hope for the people of Oreta and its surrounding communities.”
“The healthcare centre is designed to cater to the healthcare needs of the local population, with a focus on maternal and child health.”
Future enhancements include immunization units, antenatal and postnatal care services, and gynecology facilities.
Builder Olusesan Daini, Executive Chairman of Igbogbo-Baiyeku LCDA, praised the project, saying, “This healthcare center is not just a facility; it is a lifeline for families in Oreta and beyond.”
The facility is part of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, aiming to improve healthcare accessibility and outcomes nationwide.
As the people of Oreta celebrate this milestone, Princess Orelope-Adefulire urged them to protect and maintain the facility for future generations, saying, “This center belongs to all of us. Together, let us ensure it continues to serve as a legacy of health and hope.”
