As part of Mr. President’s plan to better the country economically and make it a health care hub within Africa, President Ahmed Bola Tinubu has launched health care initiatives. This launch activity took place in Bauchi.
President Tinubu, was represented by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate. He said, the new projects will complement the ongoing expansion of cancer infrastructure and equipment in six federal teaching hospitals
Mr. President established the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA). The NSIA is a health care expansion programme. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu launched this health care initiative to improve the health and social well-being of Nigerians as contained in a press release.
This initiative is equally, a major milestone in the health sector as ten world-class healthcare facilities specializing in oncology and diagnostics will be established across the nation’s six geopolitical zones and these facilities will reverse the trend of outbound medical tourism.
The President also informed that, upon the completion of the first phase, the NSIA, through its subsidiary, Medserve, will operate the largest chain of oncology and diagnostic centres in West Africa, with the capacity to train up to 500 clinicians over three years, in addition to enhancing clinical trial and research capabilities.
Mr.President extended his heartfelt appreciation to the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, and the NSIA for their vision, innovation, and dedication to making this programme a reality. Through inter-sectoral partnerships like these, we can achieve significant healthcare and economic outcomes.
On the other hand , the retraining of about 120,000 front liners is a personal performance indicator . Mr President explained, “by equipping them with the latest skills and knowledge, we ensure they are well-prepared to meet the evolving healthcare needs of our population,”.
Also, in underscoring the viability of the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (NHSRII), the President affirmed that the nation’s productivity and wealth depend on the vitality of its people, and that basic healthcare is a fundamental human right, as well as a matter of long-term national security.
“The NHSRII has provided strategic direction for our health investments, focusing on critical areas such as maternal and child health, disease prevention, and health system strengthening. The Compact with State Governors and Development Partners, being deployed as the Sector-Wide Approach (SWAP), has been crucial in advancing our health sector. These frameworks have fostered collaboration, alignment, and accountability, ensuring that our collective efforts are harmonized towards achieving our health goals.
“I am proud of the remarkable progress we are making, particularly in unlocking healthcare value chains, restructuring the Basic Health Care Provision Fund to expand access to primary health care by all Nigerians, expanding health insurance, and enhancing health human resources. By making universal health coverage a priority at all levels, this administration aims to foster a vibrant workforce and drive greater economic and social development for the Nigerian people,” President Tinubu stated.
Mr. President emphasized that his administration will continue to prioritize healthcare, enhance preventive measures, and invest in health education while fostering health equity and justice.
The governor of Bauchi State- Senator Bala Mohammed, thanked Mr. President for the giant strides he is making in the health sector. He said,
“We thank Mr. President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for the giant strides he is making in the health sector. Even for those of us in the opposition party, we are federalists and appreciate the work and collaboration with Mr. President’s team here, with both the Minister of Finance and the Minister of Health, to kick off this impactful project for all Nigerians,” the Governor said.
