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Lagos Gov, Sanwo-Olu hands over Epe General Hospital to Federal Govt for upgrade to FMC

The Lagos State General Hospital in Epe has been handed over to the federal government for conversion and full upgrading to a tertiary health facility.

The handing over of the facility followed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Tunji Alausa, during the maiden Lagos Trauma Conference organised by the State’s Ministry of Health, on Thursday, 3rd of October, 2024.

The hospital is now to be known as Federal Medical Centre, Epe, as opposed to the now-former name ‘Lagos State General Hospital’.

This was made known via a statement shared on the official Website of the Lagos State Government, on Friday, 4th of October, 2024.

During the handover, Sanwo-Olu was quoted to have said:

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“The upgrading of Epe General Hospital marks a new step forward in our tireless efforts to expand access to quality healthcare for our residents. The conversion of the hospital to a Federal Medical Centre is a game changer that will shape the future of healthcare delivery in Lagos.

“This development aligns with the current conversation we are having today, especially with the theme of this conference that is aimed at enhancing trauma care and attending to emergencies for a thriving Lagos. This is part of our mission to ensure Lagos continues to be a safe and thriving city that is worth living in.

“While we have made significant strides in healthcare delivery in Lagos, there is still a considerable gap between the demand for trauma services and our current capacity to provide them. It is essential that we address this need with a clear understanding of the areas that require improvement and a strategic vision for the future.

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“One of the key pillars of our strategy to improve emergency healthcare services in Lagos is investment in healthcare infrastructure. We are fully aware that a robust and well-equipped healthcare system is the backbone of effective trauma care. Infrastructural development is only one part of the equation. We must also focus on the people who deliver healthcare – the skilled professionals who are on the frontlines of trauma care.”

The minister on his part said: “The establishment of this Federal Medical Centre in Epe is poised to bring not only improved health outcomes but also numerous socio-economic benefits to the area. It will stimulate local businesses, create employment opportunities for our people, and attract a wide range of healthcare professionals to Epe, thereby enriching the local economy and enhancing the well-being of the residents.

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“This development is in line with the goal envisioned in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, which is focused on improving the lives of Nigerians across all sectors. Epe is a strategic location, given its expanding population, which made this decision imperative. Our people deserve access to quality healthcare; I am proud to say that today, we are making great strides toward ensuring that they receive it.” [CONTINUE READING HERE]>>>>



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