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Nigerian Government Approves 50% Electricity Subsidy for Public Hospitals

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The Nigerian government has announced a 50% electricity subsidy for public hospitals across the country, aiming to reduce operational expenses and lessen the financial burden on patients.

This was revealed by Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, during a visit to the National Neo-Psychiatric Hospital in Barnawa, Kaduna State.

Dr. Alausa explained that the initiative is part of the government’s efforts to support the healthcare sector by lowering electricity costs, which have been a significant factor in the running expenses of hospitals.

By providing this subsidy, public hospitals can allocate more resources towards patient care and other critical services, potentially leading to better healthcare outcomes.

In addition to the subsidy, Dr. Alausa shared that there are plans to rebrand federal hospitals by renaming them as specialist hospitals.

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This change is intended to broaden the scope of services provided, reduce the stigma associated with psychiatric institutions, and encourage more people to seek care.

While psychiatric services will remain a core focus, the renaming will allow for the inclusion of other medical services, expanding the range of treatments available to patients.

Dr. Alausa also took the opportunity to inaugurate several new healthcare projects at the hospital.

He commissioned the Electronic Health Records and Alternative Power Supply system at the Lawal Jafaru Isah Emergency Complex.

Furthermore, he inaugurated the solarization project for the dialysis unit, which includes the installation of a solar-powered borehole and a 10.2 KVA inverter with a lithium battery at the Abdulkareem Jika Yusuf COVID-19 Intervention Centre.

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These initiatives are part of broader efforts to enhance the hospital’s infrastructure and ensure reliable access to both water and electricity through sustainable energy solutions.


 

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Abia State Unveils New Water Project in Okwoyi, Brings Relief to Residents

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Abia State recently welcomes new water project in Okwoyi Isieke Ibeku in Umuahia North LGA, for the first time in 130 years.

The project was carried out by the Abia State Ministry of Power and Public Utilities through the Abia Rural Water Supply And Sanitation Agency.

This project officially offered its residents clean and filtered water after many years of unclean water and unhealthy living.

The Abia State Commissioner for Power and Public Utilities, Ikechuckwu Monday, shared that this was a move to improve the living conditions of the residents and promote a healthy environment and living.


 

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Royal Family in Grief After Death of Literature Student and Cousin to Princes William and Harry

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The royal family, Prince William and Prince Harry, express sadness as they grieve over their 20-year-old cousin who passed away.

It was revealed that the young lady was found at the family’s home in Norton with a firearm found nearby. However, the involvement of a third party was ruled out after investigations were carried out.

The funeral has been scheduled for a later date, pending proper investigations. The family expressed grief as they mourn one of their own — a young lady who was a literature student at Durham University.


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Dr Deji Adeleke Set to Generate 15% of Nigeria’s Electricity With New Power Project

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Dr Deji Adeleke, Father of Popular Nigerian Singer, Davido, is reportedly aiming to set a power plant of 1.250MW in Ondo State.

This power plant project is said to be one of the largest power plants in Nigeria and will generates 15% of the country’s electricity.

It can be noted that this project will also aide in the decrease of power outage and create more job opportunities for Nigerians.

Fans and followers applaud the singer’s dad for demonstration a meaningful use of his wealth.


 

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