By Gloria Ikibah
Access Bank Plc, through its Employee Volunteering Program, has supported five primary healthcare centres (PHCs) in the Eti-Osa East Local Council Development Area (LCDA) to improve healthcare access for residents.
This initiative was driven by the Digital & Centralised Operations Group of the bank.
After assessing the needs of the PHCs, the bank identified major gaps in medical supplies and equipment, and i order to address these issues, employees provided essential medical tools, organized wellness symposiums, and trained healthcare workers on financial management.
Speaking on the project, Group Head of Digital and Centralised Operations, Access Bank Plc, Oluseyi Adenmosun, represented by his deputy, Lynda Ifeanyi-Anyanwu, said: “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.”
The wellness symposium focused on improving healthcare practices and promoting preventive care, while the financial literacy sessions helped healthcare workers manage resources more effectively.
Medical Officer of Health, Eti-Osa East LCDA, Dr. Oyebanji Elegushi, commended the bank’s efforts: “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.”
The event was attended by representatives from the Lagos State Government and Health Commission, including Dr. Mosurat Adeleke, Permanent Secretary District 3; Dr. Adenike Oguntuase, Director of Medical Sciences District 3; and Hon. John Campus Ogindare, Executive Chairman of Eti-Osa East LCDA.
Access Bank’s commitment to sustainable practices continues to earn recognition locally and globally, with awards such as “Best Bank for ESG” at the 2024 Euromoney Awards and “Most Sustainable Bank (Nigeria)” by the World Economic Magazine.