NNPC Foundation Donates Advanced MRI Machine to Dala Orthopaedic Hospital
The NNPC Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of NNPC Limited, has commissioned and handed over a fully installed state-of-the-art 1.5 Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) system to the National Orthopaedic Hospital (NOH), Dala, Kano State.
The donation is part of NNPC Limited’s commitment to improving healthcare access and strengthening medical infrastructure across Nigeria. The new MRI facility is expected to significantly enhance the diagnosis and treatment of orthopaedic, neurological, trauma, musculoskeletal, and gynaecological conditions.
Prior to the intervention, many patients requiring advanced MRI diagnostic services faced challenges including long-distance travel, extended waiting periods, delays in treatment, and the high cost of accessing such services.
Speaking during the commissioning ceremony held at the hospital on Thursday, the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, represented by the Managing Director of NNPC Foundation, Mrs. Emmanuella Arukwe, said the donation aligns with the company’s broader objective of contributing meaningfully to national healthcare development.
“At NNPC Limited, we are intentional about ensuring that our social investments are impactful, sustainable, and beneficial to the communities we serve. Through the NNPC Foundation, we will continue to implement interventions that create measurable social value across Nigeria,” she said.
Arukwe described the intervention as timely, noting that it addresses critical healthcare challenges, including infrastructure deficits, equipment shortages, and the growing demand for specialized medical services.
Also speaking, the Executive Vice President, Business Services, NNPC Limited, Mrs. Sophia Mbakwe, represented by the Executive Director, Programme Management, NNPC Foundation, Mrs. Rose Okonkwo, said the company’s commitment extends beyond oil and gas production to positively impacting lives and strengthening key national institutions.
“Today’s event is a testament to our steadfast commitment to delivering measurable and sustainable interventions across Nigeria, particularly for underserved and vulnerable communities. Through this initiative, NNPC Limited aims to improve healthcare delivery and enhance the quality of life of people in Kano State, the North-West region, and all Nigerians who rely on the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Dala, for specialized medical care,” she stated.
Kano State Governor, Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf, represented by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, commended the NNPC Foundation for the donation, describing it as a major milestone in improving healthcare services in the state through timely and accurate diagnosis.
The Chief Medical Director of the hospital, Dr. Isa Nurudeen, expressed appreciation to NNPC Limited, noting that the MRI machine would have a transformative impact on the hospital’s operations and service delivery.
The event was attended by representatives of NNPC Limited, hospital management and staff, government officials, healthcare professionals, community leaders, and other stakeholders.
