To strengthen medical infrastructure and maternal healthcare, the North American chapter of the Sacred Heart School of Nursing and Midwifery Alumni (SHSOMAN) has renovated and equipped Sacred Heart Hospital’s antenatal clinic in Lantoro, Ogun State. It was designed to enhance patient experience through creating a dignified, patient-centred environment.

The official handover ceremony of the renovated clinic was performed recently.

Speaking at the event, the Global Alumni President, Taiwo Akinboboye, a nurse, described the initiative as a symbol of compassion and the firm’s commitment to safeguarding maternal and child health. She noted that the project represents hope for families and future generations.

The President of the North American chapter, Oyinlola Talabi, a nurse, said the upgrade aimed to restore trust and respect in local healthcare delivery.

The president added that the facility was overhauled to promote safer pregnancies and strengthen the hospital’s overall capacity.

Talabi said: “One thing we care deeply about is investing in the healthcare industry and patient care. We want patients to be active participants in their healthcare team, not just objects of care. This facility is designed to impact their lives positively.”

Also speaking, former President of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives, AbdulRafiu Adeniji, called for increased collaborative funding to support similar healthcare projects.

Responding on behalf of the hospital, the Chief Medical Director, Dr Gregory Arifalo, described the intervention as timely, as it would directly address the aging infrastructural deficits of the facility.

He explained that the 130-year-old institution remains a pivotal healthcare provider for Ogun State and neighbouring regions.

The renovation, valued at millions of naira, included both structural upgrades and the donation of essential medical and administrative tools such as laptops for data management; ceiling fans and new office desks; blood pressure apparatus, glucose monitors, stethoscopes, infrared thermometers, and pulse oximeters.