United Nigeria Airlines builds health centre in Ekiti

Author: Rotimi OjomoyelaPublished on: October 19, 2026Country: Nigeria
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United Nigeria Airlines builds health centre in Ekiti

United Nigeria Airlines built and handed over a community health centre, a solar-powered borehole and a perimeter fence to the Ekiti State Government in Aso-Ayegunle, Ado-Ekiti. Governor Biodun Oyebanji commissioned the facilities and promised to equip the centre, provide medical staff and integrate it into the state’s primary healthcare system. Airline chairman Obiora Okonkwo described the project as a corporate social responsibility initiative and an example of public-private partnership. He also cited the airline’s previous support for flood-affected communities in Bayelsa State and projects in Anambra State.

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