Tuberculosis: First Lady Seeks Health Centre In FCT Community
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on the Mandate Secretary of the Federal Capital Territory Health Services and Environment Secretariat (HSES), Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, to facilitate the establishment of a Primary Healthcare Centre in Sauka Village under Abuja Municipal Area Council.
In a statement signed by Bola Ajao, Fasawe’s Special Adviser on Media on Wednesday, the First Lady said the initiative aims to strengthen healthcare services and combat tuberculosis in the region through the support of the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.
Mrs. Tinubu, who also serves as the Global and National Stop TB Champion, was said to have made the call on Monday during the commemoration of World Tuberculosis Day 2025 in the Sauka community, where she reaffirmed her commitment towards addressing the scourge of TB in the nation.
The event was organised by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare in collaboration with FCT Health Services and Environment Secretariat, Stop TB Partnership Nigeria and the World Health Organisation, among others.
Speaking at the event, the First Lady disclosed the importance of grassroots interventions in the fight against TB. Stressing that she will continue to amplify the voices of TB survivors and fight against stigma and discrimination, ensuring that women, children, and marginalized groups have equal access to TB care.
She explained that this year’s theme, “Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver,” was locally translated to “We fit do am” to better connect with the community.
Quoting the First Lady, “To support the fight against this communicable disease, I will not only donate N1bn, but I also approve the request for the establishment of a Primary Healthcare Centre in Sauka Community.
“This initiative aligns with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for an efficient healthcare system. The Mandate Secretary, Fasawe, will oversee the implementation of this project through the support of our dedicated FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.”
She further stated that the new facility will serve as a critical hub for TB detection, treatment, and general healthcare services, ensuring that residents receive timely and quality medical attention.
In her response, the Mandate Secretary for Health Services and Environment, Fasawe, commended the First Lady for her dedication and strong support in the fight against TB elimination.
She further acknowledged the dedication of the FCT’s healthcare workers, whose efforts have led to major improvements in the health system.
Fasawe also reaffirmed that, “The establishment of the new PHC in Sauka marks a significant step toward enhancing healthcare services, improving TB control, and ensuring accessible healthcare for all in the FCT.”
The event featured an exhibition stand by the Public Health Department of the FCT Health Services and Environment Secretariat, where attendees received free TB testing.
However, TB remains a significant public health challenge in Nigeria, ranking the country among those with the highest TB burden globally, despite being preventable and treatable. This underscores the need for improved healthcare services and stronger community-based interventions.
Tuberculosis: First Lady Seeks Health Centre In FCT Community is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
