DP World expands Abuja eye hospital investment programme

DP World has reinforced its commitment to community healthcare in Nigeria by extending its partnership with the Tulsi Chanrai Foundation

The company has announced an additional US$500,000 investment to support the expansion of the TCF Eye Hospital in Abuja, bringing its total contribution to US$1.5mn.

The partnership, which began in 2019, focuses on tackling avoidable blindness, a widespread public health issue affecting thousands across the country. Through this collaboration, both organisations have worked to improve access to affordable and high-quality eye care services for underserved communities.

Mohammed Akoojee, CEO & managing director, DP World Africa, said, “Access to quality eye care is not only a health priority, it is a social and economic imperative. Through our partnership with the Tulsi Chanrai Foundation, DP World is committed to restoring sight, dignity and opportunity for thousands of individuals and families across Nigeria. The impact achieved at the Abuja Eye Hospital demonstrates what is possible when purpose driven organizations collaborate to deliver sustainable, long-term change.”

The initiative is delivered under TCF’s Mission for Vision programme, which aims to expand access to essential eye care. Located in Kukwaba, Abuja, the hospital provides a full range of services, including cataract and glaucoma surgeries, paediatric ophthalmology, low vision care, and community outreach. Its cross-subsidy model enables paying patients to support free treatment for those unable to afford care, ensuring both inclusivity and sustainability.

Since the partnership was established, the hospital has performed 60,000 surgeries, with 63% offered at no cost. Outreach efforts have also extended within a 100-kilometre radius of Abuja, covering screenings, transport, surgical procedures, medication, and follow-up care.

With the latest investment, the hospital will expand its capacity from 82 to 160 beds. Plans are also underway to establish a training institute to develop local ophthalmic and paramedical professionals, strengthening long-term healthcare capacity in Nigeria.

Jagdish Chanrai, chairman of the Tulsi Chanrai Foundation, said, “Our vision has always been to eliminate preventable blindness by ensuring that quality eye care is accessible to all, regardless of economic circumstance. DP World’s continued support enables us to scale our impact, strengthen local capabilities, and reach more communities with sustainable eye care solutions. Together, we are building a model that restores sight today while securing better healthcare outcomes for the future.”

Beyond healthcare initiatives, DP World continues to play a significant role in Nigeria’s economy, operating across logistics, market access services, and freight forwarding, with an estimated contribution of US$6 billion between FY2022 and FY2023, according to independent analysis by Accenture.