Kano, Nigeria — August 5, 2024 — On August 2, 2024, EHA Clinics took a significant step towards improving primary healthcare delivery by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Edo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (EDSPHCDA). The signing ceremony was held at the Office of the Executive Secretary, EDSPHCDA, Dr. Omosigho Izedonmwen, in Ezoti, Benin City.
During the event, Dr. Omosigho Izedonmwen thanked the EHA Clinics team for agreeing to partner with Edo State. He highlighted the significant investments made by the Executive Governor of Edo State, His Excellency Mr. Godwin Obaseki, in infrastructure, water, solar, internet connectivity, furniture, essential drugs, equipment, telemedicine consultations, technology, and insurance to ensure the people of Edo receive quality care.
Dr. Izedonmwen welcomed the proposed partnership, noting that he is confident it would complement the Governor’s efforts and acknowledge the remarkable work EHA Clinics is doing across Nigeria.
In response, Dr. Ifunanya Ilodibe, Chief Medical Officer of EHA Clinics, expressed her gratitude to Dr. Izedonmwen for the warm welcome extended to her and her team. She viewed the partnership as an opportunity to enhance the already impressive primary healthcare initiatives in Edo State. She expressed her enthusiasm for collaborating with the Agency to improve the health outcomes of the Edo people.
"Our dream is to revolutionize primary healthcare across Nigeria, and we are committed to more public and private partnerships. We truly believe that everyone deserves access to quality healthcare," Dr. Ilodibe stated.
The partnership aims to leverage the strengths and resources of both organizations to achieve universal healthcare in Edo State, provide expertise and management services from EHA Clinics, and collaborate on healthcare improvement strategies.
Witnesses to the MOU signing included Mr. Osakpolor Osarenotor Esq. (Edo State Counsel, Ministry of Justice), Mrs. Nora Ogbebor-Nwadialo Esq. (Head, Legal Unit EDSPHCDA), Mr. Paul Michael Hogan (Chief Operations Officer, EHA Clinics), and AbdulKareem Iyamu (Senior Manager, Client Operations, EHA Clinics).
EHA Clinics is committed to transforming healthcare delivery in Nigeria through strategic partnerships and innovative healthcare solutions.
For more information about this partnership, please contact info@eha.ng
About EHA Clinics
EHA Clinics is a world-class integrated healthcare service provider located in Abuja, Lagos, and Kano, Nigeria, focused on improving healthcare delivery in Nigeria. Committed to delivering excellent patient-centered care and emergency medical support, they aim to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare services in any setting. More information about EHA Clinics can be found at www.eha.ng.
About Edo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (EDSPHCDA)
EDSPHCDA was established in 2019 by the Edo State Government as part of its efforts to improve the health outcomes of its citizens and ensure universal access to health care services. The Agency focuses on delivering essential healthcare services to populations, such as women, children, and the elderly, who are most at risk of developing health problems. https://phcda.edostate.gov.ng/
