First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has stated that healthcare delivery is the people’s right and not a privilege. She expressed concern over the widening gap in health equity despite the progress made in the nation’s healthcare sector.
In a statement personally signed and issued on Sunday to mark this year’s World Health Day, Mrs Tinubu disclosed that health delivery remained the fundamental human rights of individuals and not a privilege.
While appreciating Nigerian health workers for their commitment to service, Senator Tinubu also called for the removal of all barriers affecting delivery of health for all in the country.
Similarly, a former President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has urged the federal government to prioritise health as a basic right of every Nigerian.
The First Lady in the one-page release stated: “Today, as we observe World Health 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 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.
“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.
“I use this opportunity of today to call on all well meaning Nigerians, organisations and bodies, to help remove all barriers to actualizing health for all in Nigeria. Happy World Health Day. God Bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”
In another breath, the President of the 9th Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has urged the federal government to prioritise health as a basic right of every Nigerian.
Lawan stated this in a message by his Media Adviser, Ezrel Tabiowo, to mark the World Health Day 2024, which is celebrated April 7 globally, every year.
He described health as a fundamental human right that should be enjoyed by all individuals, irrespective of their background and socioeconomic status.
Lawan, who is the Chairman, Senate Committee on Defence in the current Senate, explained that access to healthcare services, and safe living conditions are essential for maintaining good health and wellbeing.
He further advocated quality healthcare systems and policies that promote health equity, and initiatives that empower individuals to take charge of their own health.
Deji Elumoye, Onyebuchi Ezigbo and Sunday Aborisade
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