Nigerians have been asked to go for the right mattresses so as to get a sound sleep for the repair of their bodies.
Speaking at the unveiling of Vono Products Plc’s new hospital furniture, GEO Medical Centre Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr Adetomiwa George said: “What many people forget is that good sleep is linked to a good mattress. The quality of your mattress can have a huge impact on your sleep, and poorer quality mattresses, also expose you to toxic glues, chemicals, fire retardants, dust mites and allergens that can inhibit sleep and have adverse effects on health.
“So getting enough sleep can mean the difference between a sick, tired, foggy, unfocused, life and one where you feel vibrantly healthy and fully tuned into the world around you. So people should pay more attention to getting the right mattress.”
He added: “Sleep is when your body repairs and heals. Extreme sleep deprivation leads to psychosis. And you spend 30 percent of your life sleeping hence you must get the mattress right. New studies indicate that improving the quantity and quality of mattresses have a more significant effect on overall health than either diet or exercise”.
He noted that people should understand their mattress needs, and also must put same in a bed-frame and not on the bare floor.
According to him, when searching for the best mattress, it is important to remember that mattresses are largely a matter of personal preference. “There is no single type of mattress or bed that works well for all people, and there is no best mattress for back problems. Likewise, there is no single sleep position known to be best for all people. The right mattress can really help one have a good night’s sleep and wake up feeling rested and refreshed. Sleeping on the wrong mattress can cause sleeplessness, back pain, and overall aches and pains. For people with a back problem, a mattress that isn’t a good fit can make the pain worse,” he explained.
When choosing mattresses and frames, dr Adetomiwa said the selections of mattresses and frames are by size, design, style, material, and features. Sizes range from the smallest, twin, to king beds at the large end.
“Each size should be designed with a specific use in mind- from children, to single adults, all the way to tall couples. Design is what shapes the bed frame itself. Style defines the overall look and theme of the bed. Frame materials for beds hold a small variety- metal, wood, or rattan. Vono can craft each into nearly any style or design of bed for consumers’ needs,” he stated.
The Managing Director, Vono Products Plc., Mr Tunji Anjorin said his company can supply adequately to the demand of Nigerians, either in public or local sector, and that all materials are sourced locally. He lamented the negative impacts of fake products on the company’s business and appealed to the Federal Government to intensify efforts in combating influx of these products into Nigeria.
Anjorin said the influx of fake products makes the company’s experience low government patronage. Also the high exchange rate of the Naira to other convertible currencies have moderated capacity utilisation in the real sector.
“For instance, Vono Products Plc has introduced new hospital examination bed, classic bed, cabinet and drip stand to enhance service delivery in the hospital. We can do with more patronage. Generations upon generations can attest to the quality of our products.’
Anjorin stated that the hospital bed was a product of extensive research to address some of the critical issues affecting examination of patients in the hospital. Despite the inclement operating climate in Nigeria, Vono Products was set to deliver superior products at all times.
According to him, the examination bed had been designed for comfort; the drip is adjustable while the bedside cabinet is not only waterproof but good for storage.
Anjorin explained that the company had produced the furniture in commercial quantity and many hospitals in both the private and public sectors had embarked on placing orders on the new products.
He re-stated the company’s resolved leverage on its strong brand to expand its products and services and boost shareholder value. “Despite the harsh operating environment, management is working round the clock to ensure timely delivery of quality products at all times. Our hospital furniture, particularly, our Examination Bed is a product of research and understanding of the needs of the end users particularly the functionality and durability as our basis for design.
These components remain part of what Vono holds dear and what keeps our customers endearing to us. We are determined to satisfy our customers by constantly anticipating their needs and satisfying them even before they realize that such needs exist.” Anjorin stated.
He assured the company’s shareholders of increased value as the company according to him would continue to place premium on quality and affordable products despite the high production cost. He stated that the company had capacity to meet demand at any point in time and end users of the products enjoy after sales service.
Making a special presentation on the new products, Vono Products’s Project Manager, Mr Raheal Oshinubi explained that the three furnitures were tailor-made to enhance service delivery in our hospitals. He noted that the products’ quality conformed to international best practices.
On the prevalence of fake products in Nigeria, the Group Head, Sales and Marketing, Vitafoam Nigeria Plc, Mr Sola Owoade, noted that companies were co-operating with the statutory organisations, such as the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) on surveillance to arrest the perpetrators.
On the cost of foams in Nigeria, Owoade advocated the use of consumer buying rights to expose consumers to their peculiar needs as done by Vitafoam.
