Ikorodu NYCN Fosters Relationship With General Hospital
The Ikorodu chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), has paid a courtesy visit to foster collaboration with the General Hospital in Ikorodu to mark this years International Youth Day.
In statement released by the general hospital through the public affairs department posted on Facebook stated that;
“International Youth Day is a highly significant annual celebration, which provides a platform for young people to use their voices to demand urgent action concerning educational barriers, limited access to healthcare, unemployment, gender inequality, climate change, among other global issues.
It also offers a chance to recognise and celebrate the valuable qualities of young people and their potential to shape the future of nations.
To mark this year’s event, a delegation from the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ikorodu chapter, paid a courtesy visit to the General Hospital, Ikorodu.
The visit aimed at fostering collaboration between the youth council and the hospital, emphasising the importance of youth involvement in healthcare initiatives and community wellness.
The Medical Director/CEO, General Hospital, Ikorodu, Dr. Taiwo Kamorudeen Hassan warmly welcomed the NYCN delegates, expressing appreciation for the council’s interest in the healthcare sector.
The hospital head acknowledged the essential role of youth involvement in creating awareness around health issues and looked forward to future collaborations with the NYCN.
The head and coordinator of the NYCN delegation, Mr. Ogunsanmi Basit Owolabi, while responding to Dr. Hassan’s welcome address,, appreciated the hospital’s healthcare strides in Ikorodu division and its environs.
He, particularly, commended Dr. T.K Hassan’s numerous achievements in the hospital since he was handed the baton of leadership a few years ago.
A roundtable discussion was held between the NYCN team and the hospital management, focusing on potential areas of collaboration. Issues discussed included youth involvement in health awareness campaigns, opportunities for volunteer programs where young people can assist in non-medical roles such as patient support and administrative tasks, and organising health outreach programs to educate the community on disease prevention, mental health, and the importance of regular health check-ups.
Afterwards, the NYCN members were taken on a tour of the hospital’s wards and key facilities, including the emergency department, maternity ward, and outpatient services. During the tour, the youth representatives observed the hospital’s operations, noting areas where they could provide support through volunteer work and/or advocacy.
After the tour, the NYCN team coordinator, Mr. Ogunsanmi Basit Owolabi once again expressed his gratitude for the hospital’s warm reception while also reiterating the council’s dedication to supporting healthcare initiatives. In return, the Medical Director/CEO, Dr. Taiwo Kamorudeen Hassan expressed its willingness to work with the NYCN on future projects that would enhance healthcare delivery in Ikorodu.
[Public Affairs Department, General Hospital Ikorodu]