St. Ives Celebrates Year End With African Royalty Themed Party

The world over, healthcare professionals make significant personal sacrifices for their patients, and taking time to relax and unwind is crucial for their mental health and resilience.

It helps prevent burnout and ensures they can continue to provide quality care and for Nigeria’s leading fertility and family hospital brand, St. Ives Hospital, the year 2025 is one worth celebrating, both in the area of the number of families the hospital brought smiles to their faces through conception and births and the amazing growth recorded by the hospital itself.

St. Ives Hospital’s End of the Year Party which came up on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at the Rotary Hall, GRA, Ikeja saw staff members, management and the invited guests all gaily attired in eye-catching African royalty outfits that lit up the venue of the soiree.

The event commenced at 2:00 PM and brought together staff members from all branches, management, and the Board of Directors in a grand celebration of excellence, unity, and cultural pride.

The well attended event kicked off with an opening prayer, setting a tone of gratitude and reflection for a year marked by growth, dedication, and impactful healthcare delivery.

The Master of Ceremonies kept guests entertained throughout the event, leading interactive games and activities that fostered laughter, bonding, and relaxation among staff and distinguished guests.

Each branch of the hospital participated in festive presentations, including Christmas carols, drama, and spoken-word performances.

These presentations showcased creativity, teamwork, and the shared values that define the St. Ives culture. The entertainment segment was filled with lively performances that kept the atmosphere energetic and celebratory.

An exciting raffle draw segment followed, where lucky attendees won gifts through randomly selected numbers, adding suspense and excitement to the celebration.

A major highlight of the event was the Awards and Recognition segment, which saw exceptional staff members honoured for their commitment, professionalism, and outstanding contributions.

Awards were presented across both Administrative and Clinical categories.

Below are the award categories and winners-

EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR AWARDS

Ikeja Branch

Administrative – Rachael Inetiabor

Clinical – Amarachi Igwe

Akowonjo Branch

Administrative – Happiness Chinoyerem

Clinical – Ifunanya Okehie

Festac Branch

Administrative – Inetiabor Rebecca

Clinical – Inameti Margaret

Ikoyi Branch

Administrative – Morgan Happiness

Clinical – Eze Vivian

Abeokuta Branch

Administrative – Jiboku Olayinka

Clinical – Abioye Omotosho

BEST TEAM PLAYER OF THE YEAR 2025

Ikeja Branch

Administrative – Opayinka Modupe

Clinical – Amaka Okafor

Akowonjo Branch

Administrative – Oguntimehin Kehinde

Clinical – Medobi Ijeoma

Festac Branch

Administrative – Anthonia Effiong

Clinical – Chukwu Chinaemerem

Ikoyi Branch

Administrative – Ogunyomi Beatrice

Clinical – Ochomma Chioma

Abeokuta Branch

Administrative – Tolu Justin

Clinical – Adeyanju Ibukunoluwa

The presence of the Board of Directors added prestige to the occasion and reaffirmed leadership’s commitment to recognising staff excellence and fostering a supportive work environment.