A private clinic in Lagos has reportedly performed the first robotic gynaecological surgery in West Africa, using robotic technology to remove two large tumors on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
Medical Director Kingsley Ekwueme stated that the milestone expands the scope of robotic surgery in the region from earlier applications in prostate treatments to women’s health. The patient was reported to be recovering quickly, aided by the minimally invasive nature of the procedure and the prospect of a shorter hospital stay.
Healthcare observers see the development as a potential boost for medical tourism and a sign of growing private-sector capacity to deliver advanced procedures that previously required overseas treatment. Separate reporting also highlighted the technological significance of the operation and referenced commentary from the clinic’s leadership about extending innovation into women’s surgeries.
Echotitbits take: This is a major win for the “Reverse Brain Drain” in the medical field. If more private clinics invest in this tech, Nigeria could become a regional hub for advanced surgery in West Africa.
Source: GenezLandHospital – https://genezlandhospital.com/news/lagos-university-teaching-hospital-successfully-performs-first-robotic-surgery-in-nigeria 2026-01-26
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