Femi Gbajabiamila, President Bola Tinubu’s chief of staff, has reiterated the president’s commitment to reforms in the healthcare system, including the national healthcare delivery system’s revitalization.
He made this statement on Tuesday when he met with Haruna Mamman, the president of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives, in his office at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
The Commonwealth Nurses and Midwives Federation Conference (West Africa Region), which is scheduled for April 20 through April 24th, 2026, will be hosted by the association after it has secured the organization’s hosting rights. The conference will be held in Nigeria, the first African country.
Gbajabiamila reaffirmed the Tinubu administration’s unwavering support for healthcare reforms, noting that the government still prioritizes health.
He cited a number of recent accomplishments, including the revitalization of primary healthcare facilities, the expansion of Nigeria’s 20 million to 60 million coverage, and increased investment in building up new health infrastructure and human resources.
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The association received a first hosting right in West Africa thanks to a clear implementation plan, which the president’s chief of staff stressed.
“Thank you for coming in and explaining your plans to us.” Congratulations, he said, “I’m delighted that you’re organizing this first of its kind Commonwealth event in April of this year.”
“We wish you the very best, and government undoubtedly will assume any and all of your roles as appropriate.”
I believe it is crucial if this office has a clear idea of where you are, the course of action for April, what you’ve accomplished, and how you intend to carry it out.
For seamless coordination, he further demanded synergy between the association, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health, and the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.
Haruna Mamman, the national leader of NANNM, pleaded for the government’s assistance in facilitating the success of the Commonwealth Nurses and Midwives Federation Conference.
He claimed that Nigeria’s participation in the West African regional CNMF conference would benefit and demonstrate its leadership in the healthcare sector.
The Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon. Mamman, will also be present at the event, which will feature nurses and midwives from 56 Commonwealth nations. . . . Shirley Botchwey
According to him, the conference supports the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu and encourages international cooperation and professional excellence in the health sector.
He requested that the Federal Government grant him financial assistance, visa facilitation, and CNMF executive sponsorship.
Mamman also requested that the CNMF leadership make a courtesy visit to Tinubu in order to officially kick off the conference in April 2026.
We have no doubts about Mr. President’s political will, which will help make Nigeria a popular destination for other people. We think that this conference will give Nigeria a sense of pride, according to Mahman.
Source: Channels TV
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