QLife Family Clinic Unveils Upgraded Facility, Celebrates 25 Years of Caring for Nigerian Families

On June 19, 2026, there was a palpable sense of gratitude, pride, and hope as QLife Family Clinic opened the doors to its newly upgraded facility in Lagos, marking 25 years of delivering trusted, family-centred healthcare to Nigerian families.

More than a relaunch, the occasion was a celebration of legacy, purpose, and the enduring impact of compassionate care. Healthcare professionals, partners, friends, and members of the community gathered to honour a journey that began with a vision and has grown into a trusted institution touching thousands of lives.

One of the highlights of the event was a keynote address by the Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, on “The Power of First Contact: Why Primary Care Changes Everything.” Emphasizing the importance of family medicine, he described QLife as “the prototype of a good family medicine institution of excellence,” noting that up to 80 per cent of a community’s healthcare needs can be met through primary care.

For Dr Toyin Alakija-Adepoju, Director of QLife Family Clinic, the day represented something far deeper than the unveiling of a new building.

“Today is more than a relaunch. It is the celebration of a dream,” she said. “A dream planted 25 years ago and nurtured with dedication and an unwavering commitment to care.”

She paid tribute to the clinic’s founders, Dr Adetokunbo and Dr Olufunmilayo Alakija, whose vision was to build a world-class healthcare institution rooted in excellence, compassion, and integrity.

“Dreams like that do not become reality easily,” she said. “They require courage, sacrifice, difficult decisions, and an extraordinary commitment to excellence.”

Chairperson Alero Alakija reflected on the legacy left by their parents and the values that continue to guide the…