UK-Based Philanthropist Leads Health Revolution: NaijAid UK Donates Medical Equipment To Igbobi Hospital, Ose LGA Ondo State

A UK-based Non-Governmental Organisation, NaijAid UK, has commenced its Health Sustainability Training at NECA House, Alausa, Lagos, Nigeria.


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The opening session of the training, held on Wednesday, featured a Train-The-Trainers Course on Mental Health and First Aid, designed to equip participants cutting across Health Practitioners, Advocates, Faith-Based Organisations, Community Leaders and Union Leaders with life-saving skills for community wellness.


The lead facilitator, Dr. Kayode Babalola, Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Leader, Medical Educator and Philanthropist, delivered a powerful and relatable session on mental health, depression and anxiety, drawing attention to early signs, stigma, and the need for first-level psychosocial support in communities.

The session was complemented by a robust panel discussion moderated by UK-Based Philanthropist, Mrs. Lanre Nehan-Babalola, Seasoned Strategic Adviser, CEO and Founder Trustee of NaijAid UK and Director of Operations, Alkint Service Limited, UK.

Panelists were Dr. Olufunmilayo Eniola Akinola (Consultant Psychiatrist, Head of Clinical Services, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Yaba), Mr. Olaiwola Abiola (Mental Health Counselor and Family Therapist), Mrs. Oladayo Taiwo (Licensed Clinical Psychologist) and Mr. Olabode Daramola (Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience).

Other professionals on the support team included Dr. Afolake Bewaji Dawodu (Anesthesia, Clinical Facilitator), Dr. Yemi Abisogun (Clinical Facilitator), Gbemileke Sanwo (Legal Practitioner and Trustee, HealthAid NG), Tyrone Aiyeola (Neuroscience Researcher) and Alicia Babalola (Historian, First Aid & CPR Certified).


In a show of love, NaijAid UK announced donation of medical equipment to the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi (NOHIL), Lagos, and 8 medical beds and other equipment to Ose Local Government, Ondo State.

Delivering the keynote address, Chairman of Ose Local Government, Barr. C. K. Ojo, commended NaijAid UK for its outstanding contributions to health advocacy in the last ten years.


High point of the session was the birthday celebration of the UK-Based Philanthropist, Mrs. Lanre Nehan-Babalola, who was given a standing ovation by all attendees, while an electrifying raffle draw saw participants win household utensils – a worthy gesture from the philanthropic Babalola family.

The training continues tomorrow with focused on CPR Advocacy – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, a critical life-saving technique for cardiac emergencies, aimed at building community first responders.



BABATUNDE GASPER is a Broadcast Journalist with about 15 years of experience in data-driven reporting. He covers Finance, ICT, Social, Politics, Community and macroeconomic issues, combining analytical insight with clear storytelling. His work reflects strong professional judgment and a commitment to accurate Business and Community reporting.


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