Bukola Afeni
The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation is reaching out to the public to nominate additional Primary Healthcare centres in Local Government Areas across Nigeria that are in urgent need of revitalisation.
The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organisation dedicated to transforming public service delivery in Africa and improving access to quality primary healthcare is pleased to announce a nationwide call for nominations as part of the Adopt-A-Healthcare-Facility Programme (ADHFP).
The initiative, facilitated by the Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria (PSHAN), seeks to revitalise Primary Healthcare Centres in Nigeria.
The Director of Health Philantrophy at the Aig – Imoukhuede Foundation, Dr Nonye Egekwu, said Revitalising Primary Healthcare Centres is essential for addressing Nigeria’s healthcare challenges at the community level.
“Through the ADHFP, we are dedicated to transforming the centres into world-class facilities capable of providing essential care and support to Nigerian families.
“The ADHFP exemplifies an innovative public-private partnership that empowers individuals and organisations to adopt Primary Healthcare Centres, driving improvements in infrastructure, equipment, and staffing.”
The Director of Health Philanthropy at the Aig- Imoukhuede Foundation said the collaboration aligns seamlessly with national healthcare objectives and reinforces government’s agenda to strengthen primary healthcare systems across Nigeria.
The Foundation disclosed that having already revitalised four healthcare centres in Edo State there is a plan for 14 more PHCs in the state.
The nomination campaign will run from November 4th to December 31st, 2024.
Primary Healthcare Centres are indispensable to community health, providing essential services such as immunisations, maternal care, and disease prevention. Yet, despite the existence of over 30,000 of them nationwide, approximately 80% lack the resources necessary to deliver basic healthcare services. This gap leaves millions vulnerable, particularly women and children. Alarmingly, Nigeria’s maternal mortality rate remains one of the highest globally, with 1 in 22 women facing a lifetime risk of death due to pregnancy or childbirth-related complications.
The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation encourages all members of the public, health stakeholders, and local communities to actively participate in this transformative initiative by nominating Primary Healthcare Centres that require revitalisation.
It is a unique opportunity for communities to advocate for their healthcare needs and play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare delivery in Nigeria. To submit your nomination, please visit aigimoukhuedefoundation.org/adhfp.
