First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu inaugurates 30-bed Primary Health Centre in Lagos
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu
First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu inaugurates 30-bed Primary Health Centre in Lagos
First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Wednesday unveiled a 30-bed Primary Health Centre at Ikoyi-Obalende Local Council Development Area of Lagos State.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the ultra-modern health facility was built by the LCDA.
Inaugurating the facility, Tinubu, represented by the wife of the vice president, Hajia Nana Shetima, commended the council for the project, saying it would boost access to healthcare in the area.
She said the project aligned with the present administration’s agenda, which prioritises affordable healthcare for all Nigerians.
“This project aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Tinubu, which prioritises the health and well-being of all Nigerians, especially women and children.
“I commend the Executive Chairman, Mr Fuad Lawal, for his commitment to grassroots development. This PHC stands as a testament to what responsive and people-centred governance should be.
“This project is not only about the present but also the future,” she said.
Tinubu also thanked the council for honouring her by naming the facility after her.
She urged members of the community to take ownership of the project to ensure it serves its purpose.
“I urge health workers, community leaders and residents of this community to take ownership of this centre. Also, I thank the chairman for naming it in my honour,” she said.
Speaking, the wife of Lagos governor, Mrs Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, also thanked the council chairman for the project.
She said, “Today, we are witnessing the dividends of the Strategic Local Government Autonomy Policy, formally introduced by His Excellency, President Tinubu, which is a significant turning point in Nigeria’s democratic evolution.
“Lagos State wholeheartedly embrace this policy, and we commend the insightful leadership of Ikoyi-Obalende LCDA.
“The transformative and sustainable initiatives of the council have significantly improved the quality of life of residents of the community.”
She also commended the council chairman for his strides in infrastructure development, economic empowerment, job creation and social welfare.
According to her, the council chairman has significantly transformed the LCDA into a more vibrant and developed community.
Speaking, Lawal said the facility was one of the impactful projects delivered since he assumed office in 2017.
“The PHC will serve the entire community by providing prompt medical attention. The bold economic reforms of President Tinubu, such as the removal of fuel subsidy and the granting of local government autonomy, greatly helped to deliver this project.
“We believe that true governance is realistic and possible, and I know that my successor will not start from scratch, but consolidate on all the things we have put in place for our people,” he said.
NAN
