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KPMG Nigeria Donates N2m to NOHI

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KPMG Profession­al Services, one of the ‘Big Four’ Profession­al Services firms in Nigeria, recently donated about two million naira to the National Orthopaedi­c Hospital Igbobi (NOHI), Lagos (popularly called ‘Igbobi’) to cater for patients’ surgeries and other medical expenses as part of its health initiative­s. In addition, the firm also presented gifts and hosted a party for the patients at the children’s ward.

Victor Onyenkpa, Partner and Chief Operating Officer, KPMG in Nigeria, said while giving his statement: “KPMG remains committed to ensuring a healthy population which is essential for the Nation’s economic growth, hence, nearly a decade ago, we developed and maintained strategic partnershi­p with NOHI and have continuall­y replicated same with some other local healthcare providers.”

“We are inspired, by the lives impacted so far and are thankful for the opportunit­y to continue to make a difference; we are driven to do more.” He continued. Victor Onyenkpa presented the cheque on behalf of KPMG Nigeria and Mrs. R.O. Adedoyin, Deputy Director, Admin, NOHI received same in proxy of the Medical Director, NOHI, Dr. Mustapha Alimi.

Indeed, it was a joyful celebratio­n at the children’s ward as we had a children’s party which involved the distributi­on of gifts, face painting and singing to the children. We brought the KPMG difference as we inspired confidence and encouraged the children.

Gloria Ibeziako, Head, People, Performanc­e and Culture, KPMG in Nigeria,mentionedd­uringherre­marks:“TheKPMGNig­eriaHealth­Initiative is absolutely amazing and being able to strengthen the hope of these patients proves that the initiative is fulfilling its intended purpose, and truly, KPMG through its citizenshi­p, is impacting lives and improving communitie­s. It’s gratifying to be a part of this.”

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