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Katsina Ultramodern Dialysis Centre Set for Commissioning

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Katsina State is preparing for the commissioning of its ultramodern dialysis centre, a significant healthcare project initiated by Governor Dikko Umaru Radda. This state-of-the-art facility aims to address the dialysis needs of residents in Katsina and beyond, reflecting a substantial improvement in the region’s healthcare infrastructure.

The construction of the dialysis centre began in September of the previous year and has been completed within a remarkably short period. It is equipped with cutting-edge medical technology that meets the standards of developed countries. The facility’s rapid completion and high-quality furnishings underscore the administration’s commitment to healthcare excellence.

Governor Radda, during a recent visit to the facility as part of his one-year anniversary activities in office, expressed his satisfaction with the installations. He highlighted the centre as a critical component of his “Building Your Future” blueprint, which outlines his comprehensive vision for the state’s progress and prosperity.

Governor Radda has shown a deep personal commitment to this project, overseeing every phase from its inception to completion. His proactive approach and meticulous attention to detail ensured the project’s success. Accompanied by Deputy Governor Mall. Farouk Lawal Jobe and other state executive council members, Governor Radda conducted a thorough tour of the facility.

During the tour, state personnel provided a detailed briefing, emphasizing the Governor’s active role in monitoring the project. His dedication was evident from the laying of the foundation to the final touches, showcasing a hands-on leadership style that has been instrumental in bringing this vision to life.

The commissioning of the Katsina ultramodern dialysis centre marks a significant milestone in the state’s healthcare delivery system. The facility is expected to provide international standard healthcare services, significantly improving the quality of life for residents requiring dialysis. This project not only serves the local community but also stands as a beacon of advanced healthcare accessible to people from across the country.

Governor Radda’s efforts to enhance healthcare infrastructure in Katsina reflect a broader commitment to ensuring accessible and quality healthcare for all. The successful completion of the dialysis centre is a testament to his visionary leadership and dedication to the well-being of his constituents.

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FG Approves $1.7 Billion for Healthcare Reforms

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By Adenike Lawal

The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved a $1.7 billion investment to strengthen the nation’s healthcare system through two major initiatives: the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity – Governance (HOPE-GOVERNANCE) project and the Primary Health Care Provision Strengthening (HOPE-PHC) project.

The approval was announced during a recent Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.

The HOPE-PHC project aims to improve access to essential healthcare services while enhancing the resilience of health systems nationwide.

Its primary goal is to ensure quality healthcare is accessible to all Nigerians.

Meanwhile, the HOPE-GOVERNANCE project focuses on healthcare financing reforms, improving transparency and accountability, and strengthening human resource management at the federal, state, and local levels.

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare will oversee the HOPE-PHC project, while the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning will implement the HOPE-GOVERNANCE project.

These initiatives are expected to drive significant improvements in healthcare service delivery across the country.

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FCTA Seals Illegal Hospital in Kuje Over Patient Deaths

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By Alexis Uchendu

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has shut down Dada’s Clinic & Maternity Limited in Kapwa, Gaube community, Kuje Area Council, over illegal operations and alleged patient deaths.

The closure, carried out by the Private Health Establishments Registration and Monitoring Committee under Ahmadu Abubakar, Director of the Medical and Diagnostics Department, followed reports of fatalities and unsafe medical practices.

The facility was sealed on Sunday, and a staff member, Mr. Sabiu, who falsely posed as a health worker, was arrested and handed over to the police for further investigation.

According to a statement from the FCTA, issued via the media aide of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, the clinic was unregistered and operated in a rented apartment unfit for healthcare services. It allegedly disguised its operations as a medical outreach program.

The statement further revealed that a community elder recently died after undergoing a hernia operation at the clinic, with additional reports of patients requiring emergency care elsewhere after surviving unsafe procedures.

The FCT Minister investigations his administration’s zero tolerance for illegal health facilities, stressing the need for safe and regulated healthcare services.

An investigation into the clinic’s activities is ongoing.

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FG to Slash Dialysis Costs by 80% at FMC Abuja

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By Patrick Idowu 

In a major relief for kidney disease patients, the Federal Government has announced an 80% subsidy on dialysis treatment at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abuja.

The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, disclosed this on Tuesday during the commissioning of a new clinic service building and ward centre at the hospital.

He emphasized that the initiative aims to make dialysis more accessible and affordable, aligning with the government’s broader healthcare reforms.

“This subsidy program, launched in 2024, is already in place in 10 selected federal tertiary health institutions, and FMC Jabi is now a strong candidate to join,” Salako stated.

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring quality healthcare, a key pillar of the Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (HSRII), which supports President Bola Tinubu’s vision of healthcare as a fundamental right.

Salako further highlighted the administration’s investments in strengthening tertiary healthcare, reducing the need for Nigerians to seek critical medical procedures, such as kidney transplants, abroad.

Meanwhile, FMC Abuja’s Chief Medical Director, Saad Ahmed, revealed that the newly inaugurated facility will enhance healthcare delivery, housing a dialysis and transplantation centre, pathology laboratories, and additional patient wards to ease hospital congestion.

He also announced the acquisition of a neurosurgical operating microscope to improve brain surgery services.

The subsidy initiative marks a significant step toward easing the financial burden of chronic kidney disease patients while bolstering Nigeria’s healthcare capacity.

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