By Tambaya Julius, Abuja
In the heart of Tsamiya Village, Kebbi State, jubilation echoed as the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (OSSAP-SDGs) inaugurated a cutting-edge 100-Bed Mother and Child Hospital.
This initiative, a testament to national development efforts, aims to serve not only the local community but also neighbouring areas within the state.
Governor Nasri Idris, alongside OSSAP-SDGs, orchestrated the unveiling ceremony, marking a milestone in healthcare infrastructure.
With over 40 similar hospitals erected nationwide, the collaborative endeavour underscores a dedicated push towards enhanced maternal and child healthcare services.
Governor Idris hailed Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire for her instrumental role in realising the project, extending gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for championing healthcare advancements.
The hospital stands as a beacon of hope, poised to diminish maternal and child mortality rates and elevate healthcare standards throughout the region and beyond.
Comrade Nasir Idris emphasised the hospital’s pivotal role in addressing longstanding healthcare gaps within the populace, aligning with President Tinubu’s community-centric governance ethos.
Plans are underway to construct staff accommodations, ensuring seamless operations and fostering a conducive working environment for healthcare practitioners.
Representing Bagudo/Suru Federal Constituency, local leadership lauded the altruistic endeavours of OSSAP-SDGs and President Tinubu, acknowledging the transformative impact of such initiatives on grassroots development.
Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire reaffirmed the hospital’s adherence to global healthcare standards, boasting state-of-the-art facilities ranging from operating theatres to specialised care units.
Each component, meticulously crafted, embodies the collective pursuit of Sustainable Development Goal 3: ‘Ensuring Healthy Lives and Promoting Well-being for All.’
Expressing gratitude, she lauded President Tinubu’s visionary leadership, acknowledging his pivotal role in advancing the SDGs agenda nationwide.
Embracing the ethos of the Renewed Hope Agenda, the initiative underscores a strategic response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, reaffirming a steadfast commitment to holistic development and societal resilience.
