Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady, has stressed that the Federal Government is committed towards rebuilding the nation’s healthcare system.
The first lady made the statement at the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the National Hospital Abuja, pointing out that the hospital remains essential and critical to the development of the sector.
“Every Nigerian deserves quality health care, regardless of their background or circumstances”.
“The Federal Government, under the able leadership of President Bola Tinubu, is committed to rebuilding the healthcare system in Nigeria. Therefore, the NHA plays a vital role in ensuring that all Nigerians have access to quality and affordable healthcare”.
“As we look to the future, I urge the members of staff and management of this great hospital to remain resilient and strive for excellence so that you can continue to positively impact the lives of many that seek qualitative medical care.” She said.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu also stated that it is important to invest in the health of Nigerians and therefore urged all stakeholders to reflect on, and deliver positively to the course.
“The establishment of this facility would not have been possible without the foresight of the former First Lady, Hajia Maryam Abacha, whose vision under her National Programme, the Family Support Programme (FSP) birthed the idea that led to the establishment of a national hospital for Women and Children. The mandate of the Hospital was later changed in 1999 to serve as an apex referral Hospital in Nigeria, to cater for all and was renamed the National Hospital, Abuja.
“In the spirit of the anniversary, therefore, the Radiotherapy Centre will be named Mariam Abacha Radiotherapy Centre”.
Prof. Muhammad Raji, the Chief Medical Director, NHA, Prof. Alli Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, and all the staff of the hospital were commended by the wife of the president for their commitment to improving the health and well-being of citizenship.
Meanwhile, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Pate in his remark, noted that the health sector is undergoing major repairs that will make it emerge in days to come out stronger and better.
The Medical Director of the National Hospital also pointed out that the hospital is now on the doorstep of becoming the referral hub for Africa.
