The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited and Renaissance Joint Venture have contributed $300,000 to the National Hospital in Abuja to support the maintenance of its state‑of‑the‑art Linear Accelerator (LINAC) radiotherapy machine. This equipment, donated by the joint venture in 2019 as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility program, has already treated more than 2,000 patients, cut treatment costs by 80%, and reduced therapy session time from 12 minutes to just 2 minutes.
The new donation is intended to ensure timely upkeep of the LINAC, preventing treatment delays and minimizing downtime. It will also help the hospital meet medical standards and audit requirements, thereby safeguarding the quality of care provided.
Both NNPC Limited and Renaissance Joint Venture emphasized their ongoing commitment to partnerships that address immediate healthcare needs while laying a solid foundation for future medical advancements. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare Dr. Muhammed Ali Pate praised the initiative, noting its alignment with broader efforts to revamp critical infrastructure and improve healthcare quality. National Hospital Chief Medical Director Muhammad Raji Mahmud described the contribution as a “lifeline of hope” for thousands of cancer patients who rely on the hospital each year.
Tony Attah, Managing Director and CEO of Renaissance Africa Energy Company, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to sustainable healthcare, protecting lives and livelihoods, and advancing research and innovation in cancer care. The donation is viewed as a strategic investment in the well‑being of Nigerians and the resilience of the nation’s health system.
Overall, the intervention by NNPC Limited and Renaissance Joint Venture has markedly strengthened in‑country cancer care, reducing reliance on medical tourism and enhancing national capacity. The partnership highlights the vital role of private‑public collaboration in driving meaningful change in the healthcare sector, and such alliances are expected to be crucial as the Nigerian government continues to prioritize health sector investment.
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