Access Bank Bolsters Primary Healthcare in Eti-Osa East LCDA

Nume Ekeghe

Access Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to community development with a targeted corporate social responsibility initiative, enhancing primary healthcare services in Eti-Osa East Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos.

Through its Employee Volunteer Program, the bank’s Digital & Centralised Operations Group partnered five primary healthcare centres (PHCs) in the region to address critical challenges in medical service delivery.

In a statement, the bank noted that after they had conducted on-site assessments, the team identified significant gaps in medical supplies and essential equipment.

In response, Access Bank employees donated vital medical equipment and organised wellness workshops for healthcare professionals and local residents, promoting preventative care practices. Additionally, financial literacy sessions were held for medical staff, helping to improve resource management and operational efficiency within the facilities.

The initiative highlights Access Bank’s dedication to empowering underserved communities by tackling systemic healthcare challenges.

By equipping local PHCs with the tools and knowledge needed for better service delivery, the bank is contributing to a more resilient and accessible healthcare ecosystem.

Commenting on the drive behind the initiative, the Group Head, Digital and Centralised Operations Group at Access Bank Plc, Oluseyi Adenmosun, represented by his deputy, Lynda Ifeanyi-Anyanwu, expressed the bank’s dedication to community welfare.

She stated: “At Access, we believe in building stronger communities through initiatives that go beyond the scope of the traditional banking activities we are widely known for.

“Leveraging the collective strength of our employees through mediums like the employee volunteering program, we can touch lives and directly impact critical areas like healthcare.

“By equipping these primary healthcare centres and educating the staff on financial management, we hope to not only improve immediate healthcare delivery but also empower these communities for the long term.”

As part of the initiative, the wellness symposium aimed at enhancing healthcare practices in the community while providing valuable information on preventive care and holistic health approaches.

Additionally, the financial literacy sessions empowered the healthcare workers with practical techniques to better manage resources.

The Medical Officer of Health Eti-Osa East LCDA, Dr. Oyebanji Elegushi, expressed gratitude on behalf of the community.  

His words: “This partnership with Access Bank is a welcome relief for our healthcare facilities. The new medical equipment and the knowledge shared by Access Bank staff will make a lasting difference. We are now better equipped to treat more patients and promote healthier lifestyles within our communities.”

Also present at the event were representatives of the Lagos State Government and the Health Commission in the persons of the Permanent Secretary District 3, Dr. Mosurat Adeleke; Director Medical Sciences District 3, Dr. Adenike Oguntuase; and the Executive Chairman Eti-Osa East LCDA, Hon. John Campus Ogindare.

Access Bank has continued to lead the way in sustainable practices in Africa, and this has earned the financial institution notable local and global accolades including “Best Bank for ESG” at the 2024 Euromoney Awards; “Most Sustainable Bank (Nigeria)” by the World Economic Magazine; “Sustainable Bank of the Year, Africa” at the 2024 Pan-Finance Awards; “Most Sustainable Bank of The Year” at the 2024 International Investors Awards; “Most Innovative SME Financing Program for Women Empowerment” by the International Finance Corporation, amongst others.