Governor Sanwo-Olu inaugurates Lagos’ first Syringe Manufacturing Plant

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has officially launched the state’s first medical syringe manufacturing facility, O-Care Disposable Syringes.

The plant, established by Transgreen Nigeria Limited, is located at Odofin Park Estate, Ijesha, Apapa-Oshodi, Lagos, and boasts a daily production capacity of 750,000 syringes.

Governor Sanwo-Olu, represented by his Deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, emphasized the administration’s commitment to industrialization and economic growth through strategic investments in infrastructure, power supply, and policy reforms.

He stated that the facility aligns with Lagos’ vision of enhancing healthcare access, creating jobs, and boosting economic diversification.

“Our administration remains committed to creating an enabling environment for businesses like Transgreen Nigeria Limited to thrive.

“Through strategic investments in infrastructure, power supply, and policy reforms, we will continue to support initiatives that drive industrialization and economic growth,” the governor said.

He highlighted the importance of collaboration between the government and the private sector in addressing critical gaps in the healthcare system.

The establishment of the factory, he noted, is a testament to the power of such partnerships.

*A Boost for Local Manufacturing and Healthcare

The O-Care syringes are designed with safety and environmental sustainability in mind, reflecting the highest standards of medical manufacturing.

Governor Sanwo-Olu commended Transgreen Nigeria Limited for its vision and dedication, stating that the facility would not only meet the needs of Nigerians but also position Lagos as a hub for medical innovation in Africa.

Transgreen Nigeria Ltd.’s Managing Director, Cyprian Orakpo, pledged to expand operations and broaden the range of medical products manufactured.

However, he called for government intervention to address challenges faced by local manufacturers, including high power costs, infrastructure deficiencies, and multiple taxes.

“Manufacturing companies in Nigeria face numerous hurdles, including access to capital, prohibitive cost of power, and multiple taxes from different government agencies.

“These challenges complicate the landscape for businesses,” Orakpo said.

He urged authorities, including the Minister of Health and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), to enforce the Executive Order 2024 on Health to support local manufacturers.

*First Lady Commends Initiative

The First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, lauded the initiative as a vital contribution to the state’s THEMES agenda.

She emphasized that the factory would enhance healthcare security by ensuring the availability of high-quality, locally produced syringes, reducing dependency on costly and unreliable imports.

“Healthcare remains a cornerstone of the Sanwo-Olu administration’s developmental agenda for a Greater Lagos.

“The governor has made significant strides in revitalizing and repositioning the healthcare sector for efficient service delivery,” Dr. Sanwo-Olu said.

She assured that her office would continue to complement government efforts through intervention programs supporting vulnerable women, youths, and children.

*NAFDAC Endorses O-Care Syringes

The Director General of NAFDAC, Prof. Moji Adeyeye, represented by Director of Vaccines, Biologics, and Medical Devices Registration and Regulatory Affairs Directorate, Pharmacist Khadijah Ade-Abolade, confirmed that O-Care Disposable Syringes meet all regulatory requirements for safety, quality, and performance.

“At NAFDAC, we understand the critical importance of manufacturing high-quality medical devices locally.

“The approval of O-Care Disposable Syringes is a reflection of the diligent work and dedication that we, as the regulatory authority, invest in ensuring that only safe and effective products reach the market,” Ade-Abolade said.

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