Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commissioned the first indigenous medically graded face mask manufacturing company in Lagos State.
Speaking at the commissioning of the face mask factory in Odofin Park Estate, Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area of the State,The governor lauded the initiative noting that it represent the I can do it spirit of Nigerians.
He said: “I am personally excited to attend this event, because Lagos is recording another first for a good cause. The establishment of the first indigenous factory producing certified medical face masks represents the can-do spirit of Nigerians. As a Government that supports fresh and progressive ideas, we will continue to celebrate and encourage good innovation.”
“The opening of the factory is a confirmation of what we stand for as a government. We must be the catalyst to nurture ideas, support businesses and create an enabling environment.”
The Governor stated that the State Government had started to work out modalities for the creation of economic zone for healthcare delivery to drive more investments to the sector.
He said the Government was looking at a long-term loan facility for operators in the health sector to achieve local production of scarce medical equipment and materials.
To encourage the manufacturer, Sanwo-Olu procured 250,000 pieces of the O-Care face mask from the first production batch. He said the materials would be distributed to medical and emergency workers on the frontline.
“To show our support, we are procuring 250,000 pieces of the O-Care face mask from the first batch. “
