By Abdulfatah Babatunde
Lagos, Jan. 8 (AEP News) Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, inaugurated the new 80-bed capacity Maternal and Child Hospital, on Friday, in Imota, Lagos.
AEPNewsonline reports that residents of Imota LCDA trooped out with excitement to witness the inauguration of the medical facility.
Our correspondent gathered that a federal lawmaker, representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Babajimi Benson, facilitated the project.
The Office of Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) constructed it.
While inaugurating the project, Abbas said the hospital “is reaffirming the government’s commitment to health and well-being of all Nigerians”.
He also said that the provision of the hospital signifies a giant step towards addressing the disparities in healthcare accessibility.
“This is symbolising the collective aspirations for a Nigeria where quality healthcare is a right for every citizen.
“The hospital is a crucial resource in the ongoing efforts to improve the well-being of the community,” Abbas said.
He lauded Benson, for his dedication and relentless advocacy, which made the hospital project a reality.
Abbas highlighted inadequate health infrastructure, overwhelming medical facilities and unequal access to quality healthcare as major challenges in the nation’s health sector.
He underscored the shortage of qualified healthcare professionals as a significant issue impacting the sector . This, he added, is exacerbated by the attempted brain drain.
The Speaker, however, pointed out that the new hospital aims to address these challenges by targeting the most vulnerable members of the population.
He appealed to Nigerians to support the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“The legislative arm is working hand-in-hand with major stakeholders to bring dividends of democracy to the people,” Abbas added.
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on (SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, assured Nigerians that they will feel the impact of “the Renewed Hope Agenda” of President Tinubu irrespective of status, class or tribe.
The SSA, who is a former deputy governor of Lagos State, stressed the commitment of the Federal Government to providing basic infrastructure that will directly impact the citizenry
She said the government has fully equipped the hospital to provide quality health service delivery for mother and child.
Orelope-Adefulire added that it is aimed at reducing the maternal mortality rate.
She, therefore, urged the community to make adequate use of the health facility and ensure proper maintenance. (AEPNews)
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