By Ade Iyamoye
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has inaugurated the FCT National Health Fellows Selection Committee as part of the Federal Government’s initiative to strengthen human resources for health.
Speaking at the inauguration, Mandate Secretary of Health Services and Environment Secretariat (HSES), Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, described the initiative as a strategic investment in the healthcare workforce.
She emphasized that it aligns with ongoing efforts to upgrade and establish Primary HealthCare (PHC) centers nationwide, reinforcing the FCT Administration’s commitment to a robust healthcare system under Minister Nyesom Wike.
The newly recruited Fellows will oversee PHC activities, provide feedback to the government, and contribute to improving healthcare delivery.
They will also undergo training in leadership, public health, financial management, and monitoring and evaluation.
Permanent Secretary of HSES, Dr. Baba Gana Adam, who serves as the Committee’s Vice Chairman, commended President Bola Tinubu’s administration for prioritizing health sector reforms.
He expressed confidence that the initiative would support Universal Health Coverage and address critical healthcare challenges.
World Health Organization (WHO) FCT Coordinator, Dr. Kumshida Yakubu Balami, explained that the programme operates under the Sector Wide Action Plan (SWAP) Secretariat, following WHO guidelines.
The seven-member Committee will oversee the selection process and submit a semi-final list to the SWAP Coordinator’s office.
The inauguration marks a significant step toward developing a new generation of health leaders and improving service delivery across Nigeria’s 774 local government areas.
