First batch received at Port of Ashdod to boost emergency healthcare.

The Government of Israel has donated the first batch of ambulances, medical devices, and wheelchairs to Nigeria as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s healthcare and emergency response systems.

The donation was made by Israel’s national emergency service, Magen David Adom, and received at the Port of Ashdod by Nigeria’s Ambassador to Israel, Nkechi Ufochukwu. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday.

The consignment includes fully equipped ambulances, modern medical devices, and mobility aids such as wheelchairs.
According to the embassy, the items will be deployed to hospitals and emergency centers across Nigeria to improve patient care and disaster response, particularly in underserved communities.

Speaking at the handover, Ambassador Ufochukwu thanked Israel for the intervention, saying the support will go a long way in improving healthcare delivery in Nigeria.

“The ambulances, for instance, represent more than vehicles or medical equipment; they represent time saved in critical moments of medical emergency. These gifts will support families and save lives,” she said.
“As they begin their journey from Israel to Nigeria, they carry with them a shared commitment to save lives irrespective of race or religion.”

The ambassador added that the donation reflects Israel’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s drive toward universal health coverage and building 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,” Ufochukwu stated.

The embassy noted that the gesture underscores expanding cooperation between both countries in health, humanitarian aid, and technology transfer.