NNPC Ltd., others, partner to establish advanced mammography centre in Nasarawa
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), in partnership with TotalEnergies Upstream Nigeria Limited, SAPETRO, CNOOC, and PRIME 130, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art mammography centre at the Federal University Teaching Hospital in Lafia, Nasarawa State.
The centre is the second of its kind, with the first mammography centre established at Garkida General Hospital in Gombi Local Government Area, Adamawa. This initiative, part of NNPC Ltd.’s ongoing cancer screening programs, reflects a strategic commitment to improve access to early cancer detection and treatment, aiming to reduce Nigeria’s cancer mortality rate.
During the commissioning ceremony, Mr. Bala Wunti, Chief Upstream Investment Officer of NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), represented by Mr. Sani Kabo, Head of Business Services, emphasized that the new facility highlights NNPC Ltd.’s dedication to advancing healthcare quality in Nigeria.
Wunti highlighted that the project aligns with the vision of NNPC Ltd.’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mele Kyari, to strengthen the nation’s medical infrastructure.
“It is our hope that under the stewardship of the State government, this facility will become a beacon of comfort and a critical resource for timely diagnosis and treatment of cancer,” Wunti stated.
Mr. Matthieu Bouyer, Managing Director and Country Chair of TotalEnergies Upstream Nigeria Limited (TUPNI), represented by Mrs. Tonye Osifo, Acting General Manager for Corporate Social Responsibility, noted TotalEnergies’ commitment to healthcare through strategic partnerships. He revealed that this mammography centre is one of 84 infrastructure projects completed by TotalEnergies since 2016.
“This centre is part of our commitment to the global fight against cancer and reflects our support for the #WorkingWithCancer initiative, which aids in the recovery and retention of individuals impacted by cancer,” Bouyer explained.
Equipped with the advanced Senographe Pristina 3D mammography system, digital breast tomosynthesis, and stereotactic biopsy capabilities, the facility can conduct over 120 screenings per day, significantly boosting diagnostic capacity in Nasarawa State and across North Central Nigeria.
The centre includes treatment rooms, a radiologist office, and a 20-person capacity waiting area, designed to create a comfortable environment for patients and medical staff alike.
NNPC Ltd. and its partners remain committed to delivering community-oriented projects that enhance healthcare access and quality across Nigeria, working towards a future where early detection and treatment are accessible to all.
