NNPC: Commissioning, Handover Of Rehabilitated Hospital Wards At National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi

This intervention forms part of the NNPC Foundation Ltd./Gte’s ongoing commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure across Nigeria, ensuring that more patients receive care in decent, functional facilities.

Tomorrow, Wednesday, 29th April 2026, the NNPC Foundation Ltd./Gte., the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of NNPC Limited, will commission and hand over three fully rehabilitated hospital wards with a 100-bed capacity at the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, Lagos State.

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The event is scheduled to begin at 11:00 am prompt.

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This intervention forms part of the NNPC Foundation Ltd./Gte’s ongoing commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure across Nigeria, ensuring that more patients receive care in decent, functional facilities.

Watch the commissioning LIVE on the NNPC Limited YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nnpclimited/streams

Government Heightens COVID-19 Surveillance In Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom government has activated heightened COVID-19 surveillance following confirmation of a new outbreak in a neighbouring state.

The Akwa Ibom government has activated heightened COVID-19 surveillance following confirmation of a new outbreak in a neighbouring state.

Health commissioner Ekem Emmanuel made this known in a statement in Uyo on Monday.

Mr Emmanuel said Governor Umo Eno directed the ministry to activate heightened surveillance across all entry points, health facilities, and communities to forestall any outbreak.

”Disease surveillance officers and rapid response teams have been placed on red alert to promptly detect and manage any suspected cases. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and adhere strictly to public health guidelines.

“Citizens are also advised to observe preventive measures, including regular handwashing with soap and water or the use of alcohol-based sanitisers, and wearing face masks in crowded or enclosed spaces.

“Citizens are also advised to avoid close contact with symptomatic individuals, refrain from handshakes and physical greetings and seek prompt medical attention if symptoms such as fever, cough, or difficulty in breathing occur,” he said.

The commissioner urged healthcare workers to maintain a high index of suspicion and adhere strictly to infection prevention and control protocols. He said the ministry would strengthen collaboration with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and other relevant partners to ensure effective monitoring and coordinated response.

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Mr Emmanuel reassured residents that the government was committed to safeguarding public health. The commissioner urged the public to rely solely on verified information from the Ministry of Health and to avoid spreading unverified reports that could cause unnecessary panic.

Mr Emmanuel said an enquiries desk had been set up at the ministry with designated helplines available to assist members of the public.

NAF Strengthen Operations Medicine To Support Counter-Insurgency, National Development

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has continued to reinforce its commitment to national security and development through deliberate investment in human capacity, as demonstrated by the successful completion of Courses 7/2026 at the Nigerian Air Force School of Medical Sciences and Aviation Medicine (NAFSMSAM), Kaduna, on 15 April 2026. The A1 Sundry Medical Upgrading Course, which commenced on 12 March 2026, brought together 22 airmen and airwomen from diverse medical trades, all of whom successfully completed a rigorous month-long programme.

The graduation ceremony, attended by senior commanders and dignitaries, was held under the Special Guest of Honour, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, represented by the Air Officer Commanding, Air Training Command, Air Vice Marshal EP Efanga. In his welcome address, the Commandant of the School, Air Vice Marshal AC Ekpe, reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to delivering high-quality, mission-oriented medical training in support of NAF operations.

This milestone underscores the NAF’s strategic focus on enhancing operational effectiveness through specialized medical training, an essential enabler in ongoing counter-insurgency and internal security operations across the country. The graduates, drawn from critical fields including medical laboratory technology, hygiene, pharmacy, dental care, and veterinary services, are now better equipped to provide frontline medical support, sustain troop morale, and ensure force readiness in complex operational environments.

Their enhanced capabilities directly contribute to mission success, particularly in austere and high-risk theatres where timely and efficient medical services are indispensable.

In line with the vision of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, the NAF remains steadfast in building a highly professional, resilient, and mission-oriented force anchored on its core values of integrity, service, and excellence.

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The CAS, in his remarks, emphasized the responsibility placed on the graduates to translate acquired knowledge into impactful service delivery, thereby strengthening the Service’s capacity and contributing meaningfully to national development. As the NAF continues to adapt to evolving security challenges, such targeted training initiatives remain pivotal in sustaining operational superiority and advancing Nigeria’s broader security and development objectives.