- By Chidinma Nnamdi
Wife of Lagos State Governor Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has inspected the newly completed Ikosi Ultra-Modern Primary Health Centre.
Dr. Sanwo-Olu praised the council boss for its efforts in promoting healthcare and wellbeing in the community.
She emphasised the importance of access to quality healthcare, particularly for vulnerable populations such as women and children.
Chairman of Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Princess Samiat Bada, said the State-of-Art facility was designed to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare services to residents.
She said the 105-bed capacity health centre is one of the most expansive and well-equipped primary health facilities in Lagos State
The First Lady’s visit, according to Princess Bada, was to ensure it meets expectations, underscoring the Lagos State Government’s commitment to transforming primary healthcare under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration.
“This health centre is just the beginning. We have a vision for a healthier, more prosperous community, and we will continue to work towards achieving that vision,” she said.
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Princess Bada noted that the council is preparing to commission over 16 projects next month, including a new area office, a mini hall, a legislative building, a customary court, and several roads which the First Lady had graciously agreed to return to Ikosi-Isheri for their inauguration.
Princess Bada also commended the support of the Federal Government, led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whom she praised for advancing the cause of local governments’ autonomy.
“Governor Sanwo-Olu has been a pillar of support to all council chairmen in Lagos. His zero-tolerance approach for underperformance has motivated us to work tirelessly, and in Ikosi-Isheri, we leave no stone unturned. Every department is actively contributing to our progress,” she added
She added that the health centre’s project was out of a deep desire to bridge the gap in primary healthcare delivery.
“Our people deserve access to quality healthcare, and with this facility, we are taking bold strides towards achieving that goal. Like I have always said, my heart is where my community is.”