Building on its track record of community-focused projects, including the renovation of Government Day Secondary School in Akamkpa, Cross River State, Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers has completed a significant renovation of the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Enugu; reinforcing its commitment to impactful interventions across health and education in Nigeria.
The renovation has revitalised both the hospital’s external and
internal spaces; transforming it into a safer, more comfortable and
welcoming environment for patients, healthcare workers, and visitors.
The hospital’s outdoor areas have been landscaped with greenery, while
a covered canopy has been installed to create a more befitting sit-out
space for patients and staff. With the upgrade, a 20-meter perimeter
fence now facilitates a more secure environment; while a newly installed
borehole ensures reliable access to water. In addition to improving the
facility’s functionality, these improvements also contribute to a more
serene and therapeutic environment.
Inside the hospital, the central and extension wards have undergone
extensive refurbishment. Floors have been polished; walls screeded and
freshly painted; and furniture upgraded to include new ward beds, side
drawers, window treatments, nurses’ desks, and televisions. Damaged
items including ceiling fans, doors, and lighting fixtures, have been
replaced; while fumigation exercise was carried out to ensure a hygienic
and safe environment. The toilet block, comprising six toilets, has also
been thoroughly modernised with new plumbing, sanitary ware, electrical
installations and tiling. These interventions combine to create a
facility that meets higher standards of patient care, comfort, and
safety.
Commenting on the renovation, Olumide Oyetan, Chief Executive, Stanbic
IBTC Pension Managers, said, “Access to quality healthcare and education
are cornerstones of societal progress. This renovation reflects our
dedication to improving mental health infrastructure and providing a
supportive environment for patients and staff at the Federal
Neuropsychiatric Hospital in Enugu. In 2024, we undertook a similar
initiative at the Yaba Psychiatric Hospital in Lagos. These projects
together demonstrate our commitment to enhancing both health and
education across Nigeria; ensuring our interventions have a lasting and
meaningful impact.”
This project highlights Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers’ consistent
commitment to corporate social responsibility; demonstrating how
sustained investments in mental health infrastructure can address
critical needs and improve community outcomes. By strategically
selecting facilities for renovation and carefully executing
comprehensive improvements, the company continues to set a benchmark for
socially responsible corporate interventions in Nigeria.
