A new oxygen plant has been opened at Alimosho General Hospital in Lagos State.The facility will help save lives by providing steady medical oxygen during emergencies.
Lagos Builds New Oxygen Plant to Help Patients in Critical Condition
The Lagos State Government has opened a new oxygen plant at Alimosho General Hospital, Igando. The plant, which was officially opened on July 10, 2025, will help patients get the oxygen they need during emergencies.
This development is part of the state's plan to improve healthcare and reduce preventable deaths, especially during emergencies that require respiratory support.
Why the Oxygen Plant Was Built
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many hospitals in Nigeria experienced oxygen shortages. This led to avoidable deaths, especially for patients with severe breathing problems. The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, said the new oxygen plant is a direct response to that painful experience.
“This facility will help us avoid the kind of oxygen crisis we saw during COVID-19,” he said, speaking through Dr. Olajumoke Oyenuga, a senior official in the health ministry.
Key Features of the New Oxygen Plant
The oxygen plant uses Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) technology. This means it can produce medical-grade oxygen directly on-site without depending on external suppliers.
- Can fill 60 oxygen cylinders every 24 hours
- Produces high-quality oxygen for emergency rooms and ICU patients
- Helps the hospital handle more critically ill patients without delay
- Reduces cost and stress of waiting for oxygen delivery from outside vendors
Who Donated the Oxygen Plant?
The oxygen plant was provided through support from the Global Fund and the Federal Ministry of Health. The donation is part of a national effort to make sure no patient dies due to lack of oxygen in Nigerian hospitals.
Mrs. Eno Edem-Igabo, who leads the National Oxygen Desk at the ministry, said similar plants are being set up in other parts of the country too. The goal is to improve oxygen availability across all states.
Why Alimosho Was Chosen
Alimosho is the local government area with the highest population in Lagos State. The Alimosho General Hospital handles a large number of patients every day many of them in serious condition.
According to Dr. Ayodapo Soyinka, the hospital’s Medical Director:
“We use up to 40 cylinders of oxygen daily, especially in the intensive care unit (ICU), where patients rely on ventilators and life-support machines.”
He said the new oxygen plant would reduce pressure on the hospital and improve how quickly patients receive care.
How It Will Help Lagos Residents
The new plant is a major step forward for improving emergency care in Lagos. Here’s how it will help the public:
- Faster treatment during emergencies like asthma attacks or surgeries
- Better care for patients in ICU and children with respiratory infections
- Less delay in oxygen access, especially during health crises
- Lower hospital costs as the plant reduces dependence on suppliers
The Commissioner also assured the public that the state has put systems in place to maintain the plant and ensure it works smoothly at all times.
What People Are Asking
Here are common questions Nigerians are asking about the new oxygen plant:
Who can benefit from this oxygen plant?
Patients at Alimosho General Hospital, especially those with breathing problems, will benefit the most.
Is the oxygen free?
Yes. The hospital will provide oxygen as part of treatment for emergency cases. Patients will not need to bring their own oxygen cylinders.
Will other hospitals get similar plants?
Yes. According to the Federal Ministry of Health, similar oxygen facilities are being installed in every state across Nigeria.
How many cylinders can the plant produce in one day?
It can produce and refill up to 60 oxygen cylinders every 24 hours.
Why was this needed?
The plant helps avoid situations like what happened during the COVID-19 pandemic when lack of oxygen led to many preventable deaths.
The Lagos State Government, with support from the Global Fund and Federal Ministry of Health, has installed a new oxygen plant at Alimosho General Hospital. This plant is designed to supply life-saving oxygen to patients who need urgent care.
It is part of a broader plan to improve healthcare across the state. With this new plant, emergency treatment will be faster, more reliable, and more affordable giving residents of Lagos a better chance of survival during medical emergencies.
References
- NANNEWS.NG NEWS