In a major step toward enhancing healthcare delivery in Ogun State, the First Lady, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun, has unveiled the first Endoscopy machine at the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OOUTH), Sagamu. The milestone was made possible through her pet project, Ajose Foundation, in partnership with Naykas Healthcare Incorporated, a United States-based medical organisation.
According to a statement released by Kemi Oyeleye, Press Officer in the Office of the First Lady, the unveiling ceremony highlighted the First Lady’s commitment to improving access to advanced medical diagnostics and treatments for the people of Ogun, especially the indigent population.
Naykas Healthcare, which has made annual visits to Ogun State, has consistently provided free medical care and surgeries, helping to improve the standard of care in public health institutions. Through this collaboration, OOUTH has benefitted from several donations of modern medical equipment aimed at bolstering its diagnostic and surgical capabilities.
Speaking at the event, Mrs. Abiodun commended the management and medical personnel of OOUTH for their support and collaboration with the US-based team. She encouraged residents to seek timely medical attention for early detection and treatment of diseases, stressing the critical role early intervention plays in saving lives.
“The unveiling of this endoscopy machine is a turning point for healthcare in Ogun State. With earlier detection and better diagnostics, we can prevent avoidable deaths and improve treatment outcomes for our people,” she said.
Dr. Musbau Kasumu, team lead of Naykas Healthcare, said the new endoscopy machine would significantly improve the hospital’s diagnostic precision, enabling medical professionals to conduct in-depth examinations of internal organs and tissues. He noted that the technology would aid early detection of diseases like colon cancer and allow for more targeted and effective treatments.
In just two days, Dr. Kasumu revealed, the team had already conducted 51 various surgeries and 42 cataract surgeries, with plans to reach over 200 procedures during their one-week mission.
On her part, Dr. Bunmi Fatungase, Chief Medical Director of OOUTH, praised the initiative, stating that it aligns with the Ogun State Government’s broader agenda to invest in cutting-edge medical infrastructure and offer accessible, quality healthcare to residents.
“This machine will aid in the early detection of colon cancer, which is entirely curable when caught early. It also expands our diagnostic and therapeutic capacity significantly,” Dr. Fatungase explained.
She expressed gratitude to both the First Lady and Naykas Healthcare for their unwavering support in improving healthcare delivery in the state.
As part of the broader medical outreach, free diagnosis and treatment of various ailments are also ongoing at Idera Hospital, Aiyepe Ijebu, and the Aiyepe Central Mosque, benefiting numerous indigent residents in surrounding communities.
This development marks a significant milestone in the First Lady’s mission to transform healthcare access and quality across Ogun State, ensuring that no resident is left behind—regardless of financial means.