World Health Day: Remi Tinubu echoes importance of health for all

…task well meaning Nigerians

The First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has urged well meaning Nigerians on the need to help remove all existing barriers against health for all.

Senator Tinubu in commemoration of the World Health Day,theme:Health for All: Health Equity, stressed the importance of health as a fundamental human right.

In a statement signed by the first lady, she said: “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 secctor 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, organizations 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.”