Niyi Jacobs
The Rotary Club Ogba, in partnership with the Rotary Foundation, has commissioned its district grant project by donating a Bubble Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (bcPAP) system to the pediatric unit of the Airbase Hospital in Ikeja. The event, held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, is part of the club’s commitment to supporting humanitarian causes.
President of the Rotary Club Ogba, Chief Babajide Awesu, stated that the donation is a testament to the club’s dedication to supporting life. “We are proud to be able to make a difference in the lives of others, and this equipment will undoubtedly save many young lives,” he said. This is not the first time the club has supported the hospital, having previously donated essential equipment that has been effectively utilized.
Group Captain Adebayo Eniola Bello, representative of the commander of the 661 Nigeria Air Force Hospital, expressed his gratitude for the donation, stating that the bcPAP system is worth millions of Naira and is exactly what the pediatric unit needs at this time. “This equipment will greatly enhance our ability to provide quality care to our young patients, and we are deeply grateful to the Rotary Club Ogba for their generosity,” he said.
Dr. Eden Igbage, a consultant pediatrician, also expressed her joy and appreciation for the support. “This donation is a timely intervention for our hospital, and we are thrilled to have partners like the Rotary Club Ogba who share our commitment to providing excellent healthcare services,” she said.
The bcPAP system is designed to aid the respiratory system of babies, and its donation is a significant boost to the hospital’s pediatric unit. The Rotary Club has a long history of engaging in projects that support human life, with numerous initiatives undertaken regularly in schools, villages, and hospitals to promote human development.