In recognition of the significance of affordable healthcare, His Imperial Majesty Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade 1, the Alaafin of Oyo, has donated hospital beds and other equipment to the Oyo Muslim Community.

This is contained in a statement signed by Bode Durojaiye, his Director of Media and Publicity, while speaking at the equipment donation event on Friday, April 3.

Represented by his Chief of Staff, Engineer Lukman Ajibade, Alaafin noted that the equipment was donated to help save lives.

“The health of individuals is tied closely to the health of their overall community. In turn, the health of the overall community is an outcome of the collective health of its individual residents.

“Affordable healthcare safeguards the economic stability of families. If the medical expenses are manageable, families can plan for the future, provide for their loved ones, and pursue education and career opportunities without being burdened by crippling healthcare bills.

“Healthy individuals contribute to healthy communities. Affordable healthcare helps prevent the spread of diseases, ensuring community well-being.

“Healthy communities are more productive, which leads to overall economic growth and prosperity. Affordability encourages people to seek early medical intervention and preventive care.

“Regular check-ups and early diagnoses lead to more effective treatment and lower long-term healthcare costs”.

Responding on behalf of the Oyo Muslim Community, renowned Islamic Scholar, Sheikh Daud Igi-Ogun, who thanked the Alaafin for the gesture, described him as ” A visionary, proactive and pragmatic monarch with a heart of gold”.