Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has been honored with a Commonwealth award as the Best Friendly Administrator to the nursing profession in Nigeria.
The recognition, the awarding institution noted, stemmed from the Governor’s strategic investments in healthcare infrastructure, working conditions, and the wellbeing of health sector personnel.
The Commonwealth Nurses and Midwives Federation presented the award to the Governor during its conference in Abuja, with the body praising Sanwo-Olu’s “visionary leadership” in bolstering healthcare delivery in Lagos through his administration’s THEMES+ Agenda.
The nursing body stated that Lagos has continued to set the pace in healthcare, particularly in attending to the welfare and advancement of nurses and other healthcare professionals.
The Chairman of the Lagos Council of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Mrs. Christianah Adeboboye, presented the award to the Governor on Thursday in Alausa, the seat of the State Government.
She said the Sanwo-Olu administration has demonstrated genuine concern for the wellbeing of health workers through consistent investments in healthcare infrastructure, which she noted was complemented by prompt payments and insurance protection.
She stated, “The presentation of an Award of Excellence to Governor Sanwo-Olu as the Best Nurses-Friendly Governor is a testament to your administration’s unwavering commitment to the healthcare sector, particularly to the welfare of nurses and the advancement of the profession in Lagos State.”
“As healthcare workers, we are faced with many challenges that border on our welfare, including accommodation and pressure arising from shortages of nurses. But with the consistent actions that have been taken by the Sanwo-Olu government in the sector, we have seen improvements that have given us reassurance regarding our welfare and the future of our profession.”
“This administration has demonstrated genuine concern for the wellbeing of health workers through strategic investments in healthcare infrastructure, improved working conditions, prompt payment of salaries, the employment of healthcare personnel, and continuous support for health institutions across the State.”
The Commonwealth nurses appreciated the Governor’s efforts in promoting quality healthcare services while recognizing the critical role nurses and midwives play in achieving a healthier Lagos.
“This support has strengthened the morale of healthcare workers and inspired greater dedication to service delivery,” Adeboboye said.
