As Nigeria’s leading power generation company, Egbin Power does not only power homes and industries, but it also transforms lives through impactful healthcare interventions in its host communities and beyond.
For over a decade, particularly in the last 13 years, with a broader alignment with the philosophy of Sahara Group, the GenCo has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to Personal Corporate Social Responsibility (PCSR), with health-focused initiatives at the core of its community engagement strategy.
At a time when healthcare delivery in Nigeria requires adequate support, the GenCo, located in Ikorodu, has stepped in to bridge critical gaps by providing access to quality healthcare support to residents of its host communities, namely Egbin, Ijede, Ipakan, and other environs in Ikorodu, Lagos.
Central to Egbin Power’s healthcare initiatives is its Annual Medical Outreach Programme, a flagship intervention that has become a lifeline for thousands of residents.
Over the last eight years, the company has sustained this outreach, offering free and comprehensive medical services ranging from cardiovascular screening, diabetes testing and management, malaria treatment, eye care, dental services, arthritis care, blood pressure monitoring and provision of medicated glasses to thousands of people who attend the programme which is usually organised yearly as a 3-day activity across the host communities.
Beneficiaries in their testimonies confirmed receiving free medications, wellness kits, glucometers, blood pressure monitors, and other essential healthcare tools after thorough medical examinations by qualified professionals.
The success of these initiatives has been strengthened through partnerships with reputable healthcare organisations, including Ceccy Health and Livewell Initiative. These collaborations have enabled the delivery of high-quality, community-centred healthcare services at scale.
These interventions are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3), which focuses on ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all.
Egbin Power’s impact goes beyond periodic medical missions. Through its PCSR platform, the company has implemented sustained healthcare support initiatives, including quarterly donation of medications to General Hospital Ijede; provision of medical consumables to primary Healthcare Centres in Ijede; continuous supply of free, uninterrupted electricity to General Hospital Ijede for over 10 years and delivery of hospital-grade oxygen to healthcare facilities within Ikorodu.
In a landmark intervention, Egbin Power collaborated with the Sahara Group Foundation in 2024 to donate a fully equipped Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to the General Hospital Ijede —significantly boosting critical care capacity in the region.
The ICU project addressed longstanding challenges around access to emergency and critical healthcare, reducing delays that previously resulted from the need to transport patients over long distances.
Speaking during the handover of the ICU, the CEO, Egbin Power, Mokhtar Bounour, emphasised that the donation was a testament to the company’s enduring commitment to the development of the host communities, noting that the ICU would significantly enhance the hospital’s capacity to provide critical care to those who need it most.
“At Egbin Power Plc, we believe that the strength of a community is reflected in the well-being of its people. As one of the largest power generation companies in Nigeria, we have always been committed not only to powering homes and industries but also to empowering lives.
“Our commitment to community development does not end here. At Egbin Power Plc, we will continue to seek out opportunities to contribute meaningfully to the society in which we operate. Whether through health, education, or environmental sustainability initiatives, our mission is to make a positive impact that resonates for generations to come,” Bounour said.
Dr. Olumuyiwa Balogun-Oluwa, the Chief Medical Director, General Hospital Ijede, commended the collaboration of Sahara Group Foundation and Egbin Power Plc, which gave birth to the donation of the ICU, noting the facility will serve people in Ikorodu community and Lagos State at large.
“General Hospital Ijede has moved to the next level of healthcare, a level occupied by not many general hospitals in the state, that is, a hospital with an ICU. We are grateful to the Sahara Group Foundation and Egbin Power. The facility will be primarily used for the benefit of the Ikorodu community and Lagos State in general,” Dr. Balogun-Oluwa had explained.
The impact of Egbin Power’s decade of healthcare interventions is best reflected in the voices of beneficiaries and community leaders. From improved health awareness to access to life-saving treatments, many beneficiaries expressed gratitude for services they would otherwise struggle to afford.
They commended the company’s unwavering dedication, noting that the initiative has brought much-needed healthcare closer to the people. High Chief Mustapha Lasisi, Baale of Ipakan, emphasised the long-term benefits of sustained health interventions, describing them as essential to community well-being.
Felix Ofulue, Head of Corporate Communications and Branding at Egbin Power, while commenting on the PCSR initiatives, said, “At Egbin Power, we believe that good health is essential to life. By providing access to healthcare, we are improving productivity and strengthening the sustainability of our communities. Every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive.”
Through its sustained healthcare interventions, GenCo continues to set a benchmark for corporate responsibility in Nigeria’s power sector. By combining infrastructure support, medical outreach, and strategic partnerships, the company is delivering measurable impact where it matters most.
One thing is unique: as the GenCo continues to align its PCSR initiatives with global development goals, it is not only lighting homes, but also illuminating pathways to healthier, more resilient communities.
