The gesture underscores the growing partnership between Nigeria and Israel in health, humanitarian aid, and technology transfer.
Israel has donated the first batch of ambulances, medical equipment, and wheelchairs to Nigeria at the Port of Ashdod.
The donation was made by Israel’s national emergency medical service, Magen David Adom on behalf of the Israeli Government and received by Nigeria’s Ambassador to Israel, Ambassador Nkechi Ufochukwu.
Speaking during the handover, Ambassador Ufochukwu expressed Nigeria’s gratitude for the timely intervention.
She noted that the equipment will significantly strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare delivery system and improve emergency response capacity, especially in underserved communities.
The consignment includes fully equipped ambulances, modern medical devices, and mobility aids such as wheelchairs.
The items are expected to be deployed to hospitals and emergency centers across Nigeria to support patient care and disaster response efforts.
The gesture underscores the growing partnership between Nigeria and Israel in health, humanitarian aid, and technology transfer.
It also reflects Israel’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s efforts to achieve universal health coverage and build a more resilient health system.
“We deeply appreciate Israel’s commitment to saving lives and deepening bilateral ties. This donation is a clear demonstration of friendship and solidarity between our two nations,” Ambassador Ufochukwu stated.
The event was witnessed by officials of Magen David Adom, representatives of the Israeli Ministry of Health, and members of the Nigerian Embassy in Tel Aviv
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