{"id":71532,"date":"2025-07-28T10:18:59","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T10:18:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/?p=71532"},"modified":"2025-07-28T10:18:59","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T10:18:59","slug":"pengassan-foundation-settles-%e2%82%a612-million-medical-bills-for-indigent-patients-in-abuja-hospitals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/2025\/07\/28\/pengassan-foundation-settles-%e2%82%a612-million-medical-bills-for-indigent-patients-in-abuja-hospitals\/","title":{"rendered":"PENGASSAN Foundation Settles \u20a612 Million Medical Bills for Indigent Patients in Abuja Hospitals"},"content":{"rendered":"
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By Onyeanya Ebere Immaculata<\/p>\n

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), through its Foundation, has spent \u20a612 million<\/b> to cover medical bills for underprivileged patients across four general hospitals in Abuja: Karishi, Bwari, Gwagwalada, and Gwarimpa. This significant humanitarian gesture aims to alleviate the burden of healthcare costs on vulnerable Nigerians.<\/p>\n

As part of its impactful outreach, the PENGASSAN Foundation disbursed \u20a63 million each<\/b> to Karishi and Bwari General Hospitals. An additional \u20a66 million<\/b> has been allocated to Gwagwalada and Gwarimpa General Hospitals, further extending support to indigent patients struggling with treatment expenses.<\/p>\n

The PENGASSAN Foundation, established by the association\u2019s National Executive Council (NEC), is committed to extending welfare beyond its union members to vulnerable Nigerians, particularly those facing daunting healthcare costs.<\/p>\n

At Karishi General Hospital, Foundation members conducted an on-the-spot assessment, directly settling medical bills for patients who were unable to afford their treatment. The hospital\u2019s Medical Director, Dr. Sanni Wilfred<\/b>, underscored the critical need for such interventions. He noted that over 60% of the hospital\u2019s patient population comprises vulnerable women and children, citing extreme cases such as a child requiring cardiac surgery estimated at \u20a610 million.<\/p>\n

Dr. Wilfred lauded the Foundation\u2019s efforts, stating, \u201cMany of our patients can\u2019t afford basic care. We treat emergency cases round-the-clock, even without immediate payment. This support from PENGASSAN is deeply appreciated, and we hope other organizations will follow suit.\u201d<\/p>\n

Leading the Foundation\u2019s delegation, Comrade David Owan<\/b>, who also serves as PENGASSAN\u2019s National Treasurer, reiterated the Foundation\u2019s core mission. Representing the Association\u2019s President, Comrade Festus Osifo, Owan emphasized that their focus is specifically on hospitals serving the underserved, rather than elite medical centers.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are here to provide relief to those who genuinely need it. This initiative goes beyond our union\u2019s mandate \u2013 it\u2019s about giving back to society and making a real impact in people\u2019s lives,\u201d Owan affirmed. He was accompanied by the Chairperson of the PENGASSAN Women Commission, Maryann Ada Mbanaso<\/b>, and other Foundation members during the hospital visits.<\/p>\n

This philanthropic effort by the PENGASSAN Foundation represents a significant contribution toward reducing the healthcare burden on low-income families in Nigeria\u2019s capital, providing both crucial financial relief and renewed hope for many.<\/p>\n

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