The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commissioned the Transgreen Nigeria Limited’s ultra-modern O-Care Disposable Syringe factory in Amuwo Odofin, Lagos State. The commissioning which held recently, had in attendance Mrs. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, First Lady of Lagos State, first of its kind in the state. It is designed to produce high-quality, sterile syringes that meet international standards. Mr. Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Femi Hamzat, highlighted the significance of the project, stating that it represents a critical step towards achieving Lagos state’s vision of becoming a leading hub for industrial innovation and excellence in Africa.
In his welcome address, Managing Director of Transgreen Nigeria Limited, Mr. Cyprian Orakpo, expressed his gratitude to the guests and acknowledged the support of the Lagos State Government, the federal government, and financial institutions in making the project a reality. In his goodwill message, the Minister of State for Industry, Senator Owan Enoh, commended Transgreen Nigeria Limited for its huge investment despite the current economic challenges facing the country. The Minister of Health, Prof. Ali Pate, who was represented by Dr. Abdul Muktar, described the facility as the first of its kind in Lagos State, noting that it marked a significant milestone in the collective efforts to enhance healthcare delivery in Nigeria.