The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and IHS Nigeria, part of IHS Holdings Limited have trained over 1,445 frontline healthcare workers in oxygen management.
The training has been ongoing through UNICEF Nigeria’s Oxygen Security Project.
Launched in 2022, the project is supporting the Federal Ministry of Health and has seen the construction of nine Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) oxygen plants across Ogun, Oyo, Kano, Bauchi, Kaduna, Ebonyi, Cross River, and Rivers states.
These plants aim to ensure a reliable supply of medical oxygen, impacting healthcare facilities’ ability to provide life-saving treatment.
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Ms Cristian Munduate, Representative, UNICEF Nigeria, said: “I am immensely grateful for the robust partnership between UNICEF and IHS Nigeria, which has contributed to significant results for children.
“Our collaborative projects, including the critical oxygen support program, comprehensive COVID-19 interventions, enhancing school connectivity, and the Child-Friendly Communities Initiative (CFCI), have all been pivotal in advancing our mission. Together, we are making substantial strides towards sustainable development and a brighter future for all.”
Mohamad Darwish, CEO, IHS Nigeria, said: “At IHS Nigeria, we strive to deliver long-term positive impact across our local communities. Through strategic sustainability partnerships, we continue to contribute to Nigeria’s socio-economic development, with a strong focus on education, healthcare, and community empowerment.
“We take great pride in collaborating with UNICEF Nigeria and remain committed to fostering a brighter future for Nigeria.”
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