Kosodo, Ojagbo and its environs in Ibadan witnessed a historic moment yesterday as a newly constructed Primary Health Centre (PHC) was officially commissioned, thanks to the visionary efforts and philanthropic gesture of Mogaji Samson Olukayode Taiwo.
During the commissioning event, Mogaji Taiwo pledged to donate medications worth ₦500,000 annually for the next ten years, to ensure consistent pharmaceutical support for the centre. The event drew dignitaries and well-wishers from within and outside Ibadan, including the Chairman of Ibadan North East Local Government, friends and associates who showed strong solidarity through additional donations.Among notable supporters was Mogaji Aboderin Kudeti of Ibadan, who announced a ₦500,000 donation in support of the facility. Also present was Honourable Obasa from Lagos, who served as Chairman of the Day. Hon. Obasa made a generous donation of ₦1 million on behalf of House Eleven club of Lagos and another ₦1 million on behalf himself. Furthermore, Hon. Obasa pledged to provide drugs monthly for the next 24 months, on behalf of Biomedical Laboratories, a medical organization where he serves as chairman and Mogaji Taiwo is a director, reinforcing their commitment to sustainable healthcare for the Taiwo-Alaka community.
Speaking at the event, Mogaji Taiwo expressed gratitude to His Excellency, Engr. Oluseyi Makinde for his one health care per ward initiative which made the process easy and faster, equally, he appreciated the Chairman of Ibadan North East Local Government, Hon. Ibrahim Akintayo and the Executive Secretary of Oyo State Primary Health Care, Dr. Muideen Olatunji for their support.
Furthermore, he acknowledged the support of the donors and guests, stating that the Taiwo-Alaka PHC is more than just a facility — it is a legacy of service, compassion, and hope. “This centre is a dream come true, not just for our compound but for everyone who believes healthcare should be within reach. We are not stopping here; this is only the beginning,” he said.The commissioning of the Taiwo-Alaka Primary Health Centre is expected to significantly improve access to basic medical services for residents, especially women, children, and the elderly, and stands as a shining example of community-led development and healthcare reform.
In a remarkable show of community commitment, Mogaji Taiwo donated two plots of land to the local government to facilitate the construction of the health facility, which is set to serve residents of his compound and the broader surrounding environment.The newly commissioned health centre, named “Taiwo-Alaka Primary Health Centre,” marks a significant milestone in grassroots healthcare delivery in Ibadan. The project not only provides essential medical services to a previously underserved community but also symbolizes the power of individual leadership in community development.