Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has enjoined Nigerians to join the advocacy to ensure ‘Health for All’, stressing that the gap in equitable access to quality healthcare remains a critical challenge. This was contained in her message on Sunday to commemorate the 2024 World Health Day.
According to her, Nigeria has made significant progress in its healthcare sector and commended the dedication and commitment of Nigeria’s healthcare workers, for tirelessly serving the nation through numerous crises, from the Ebola outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that this year’s WHD is themed ‘Health for All, Health Equity’. It is globally celebrated by the World Health Organisation to observe and raise awareness about global health issues and highlight the importance of well-being.
The First Lady stated, “Today, as we observe the World Healthcare Day, the theme ‘Health for All: Health Equity’ resonates deeply. It reminds us that healthcare delivery is not a privilege but a fundamental human right. “While significant progress has been made in the healthcare sector in Nigeria, the gap in health equity remains a critical challenge and we must collectively rise up to the occasion.
“We live in a world where access to quality healthcare delivery service varies due to socio-economic diversities, creating disparities in health outcomes.” She commended the efforts of other stakeholders, saying, “I commend all our healthcare workers for their dedication and commitment to service. “Nigeria has weathered so many storms, from Ebola to COVID and yet, we are still here, due to the dedication and commitment of our healthcare workers “I commend you and say a big thank you to you all,” Mrs Tinubu said. She, therefore, called on all well-meaning Nigerians, organizations, and bodies to join the effort to actualize ‘Health for All’ in the country.
