The NNPC/Renaissance Joint Venture (JV) has donated $300,000 to the National Hospital, Abuja, to support the maintenance of the hospital’s state-of-the-art Linear Accelerator (LINAC) radiotherapy machine.
The advanced cancer treatment equipment was originally donated by the JV in 2019 as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The intervention included upgrading the entire cancer-treatment ecosystem, installing essential data and ancillary systems, and training medical personnel to operate the sophisticated machine.
Speaking during an event held on Tuesday at the office of the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare in Abuja, the Chief Upstream Investment Officer of NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services, Engr. Oluwaseyi Omotowa, highlighted the impact of the CSR project, noting that the LINAC machine has enabled the treatment of over 2,000 patients.
He listed additional benefits, including an 80% reduction in treatment costs, a drop in therapy session time from 12 minutes to 2 minutes, and subsidised care for indigent patients — with 712 receiving discounted treatment ranging from 25% to 100%.
Omotowa, represented by the Head of Business Services, NNPC-NUIMS, Nkechi Anaedobe, said:
“The sustainability of such advanced medical technology hinges on regular maintenance, which presents a critical challenge due to funding constraints. Recognizing this, the NNPC Limited/Renaissance JV and Partners is today taking a strategic step forward.”
He explained that the donation would ensure timely maintenance, minimise machine downtime, guarantee compliance with medical standards, and maintain the precision required for radiotherapy through accurate calibration.
He added:
“As we move forward, the JV promises to continue to forge partnerships that not only address immediate healthcare needs but also build a robust foundation for future medical advancements. Together, we are not just treating illnesses; we are fostering a healthier, more resilient nation.”
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Muhammed Ali Pate, described the donation as exemplary, saying it would expand access to affordable cancer treatment.
He said:
“This aligns perfectly with the broader efforts to revamp critical infrastructure aimed at improving the quality of healthcare for our people. Your track record is truly commendable, and this gesture underscores the intentionality behind driving impactful change. Quality healthcare comes at a cost, and with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s renewed focus on health sector investment, partnerships like this significantly strengthen the cause.”
The Chief Medical Director of the National Hospital, Muhammad Raji Mahmud, said the support represents a lifeline for thousands of cancer patients who rely on the facility each year.
He stated:
“The backing from NNPC Limited and Renaissance has significantly bolstered in-country cancer care, reducing dependency on medical tourism and strengthening national capacity.”
The Managing Director/CEO of Renaissance Africa Energy Company, Tony Attah, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to sustainable healthcare and innovation.
According to him:
“This is not charity. This is a strategic investment in the well-being of Nigerians, in the resilience of our health systems, and in the shared future we all strive to build. Renaissance recognises that when people are healthy, they can contribute meaningfully to their families, the communities, and the nation at large.”
