… Receives Healthcare Equity, Access Award
Lagos State Government has been recognised for its unwavering dedication to Healthcare Equity and Access at the just concluded Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria (PSHAN) Awards in Lagos.
The Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria (PSHAN) is a country-owned coalition led by the private sector, aiming to enhance health outcomes in Nigeria by combining private sector resources.
The award which is in recognition of the exceptional efforts and achievements dedicated to advancing healthcare and improving health outcomes in Nigeria was received on behalf of the State Government by the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Health District III,m iDr. (Mrs.) Monsurat Adeleke.
Receiving the award, Adeleke said that it was gratifying that the Lagos State Government surpassed 6,000 nominees to clinch the prestigious award of the Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria (PSHAN).
According to her, the honour underscored the THEMES Plus Agenda’s pursuit of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration to attain universal health coverage and enhance access to high-quality, efficient healthcare services for the State’s growing population.
She dedicated the award to the State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, and the entire health family in the State for the giant and relentless efforts in enhancing healthcare and health results in Lagos through unfettered access to qualitative healthcare without geographical, financial, cultural or political barriers.
It should be noted that the formation of the PSHAN Awards was a collaborative effort led by Alhaji Aliko Dangote, Bill Gates, Dr. Muhammad Ali Pate, Mr. Jim Ovia, Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Mrs. Sola David-Borha, and other prominent business leaders who shared a common goal of addressing Nigeria’s healthcare challenges.
