The Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, Abuja, witnessed a significant boost as the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, commissioned two landmark projects aimed at improving healthcare delivery and access for Nigerians.
The newly inaugurated projects include a 64-bedded ward extension complex and a three-story clinical services building equipped with a renal unit that features 18 hemodialysis beds.
The facility is also set to commence kidney transplantation services in the coming weeks, marking a critical step forward in addressing the challenges of specialized healthcare in the country.
While addressing the gathering, Dr. Salako described the projects as a testament to the Federal Government’s commitment to revitalizing the healthcare system under the Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative.
According Dr. Salako, “These investments reflect President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s agenda to treat healthcare as a fundamental right for all Nigerians.
“The commissioning of these facilities demonstrates our resolve to strengthen tertiary healthcare in Nigeria and reduce the need for medical tourism.
“With this, FMC Jabi is on its way to becoming a world-class hospital capable of delivering cutting-edge medical services.”
The ward extension complex, designed to tackle the persistent shortage of bed spaces, includes a mix of private rooms, semi-private rooms, and open wards to accommodate patients. The clinical services building houses advanced equipment to cater to kidney patients, a population that often faces high costs and limited access to care.
Dr. Salako commended the management and staff of FMC Jabi for their dedication and urged them to prioritize patient-centered care. He emphasized that the Ministry would focus on healthcare outcomes, including patient satisfaction and quality of care, rather than just the availability of infrastructure and equipment.
To further support affordable healthcare, Dr. Salako hinted at FMC Jabi’s potential inclusion in the Federal Government’s initiative to reduce dialysis costs by 80% in selected tertiary health institutions.
He added that policies like the removal of tariffs on pharmaceuticals and expanded health insurance coverage would sustainably address affordability issues in the long term.
The Minister also stressed the importance of maintaining the newly commissioned facilities.
“Buildings and equipment can only serve their purpose if they are well-maintained.
“Preventive maintenance will ensure these infrastructures serve generations to come.”
Dr. Salako reaffirmed the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for healthcare delivery.
He expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering support and urged the FMC Jabi team to continue delivering quality services to the public.
With the commissioning of these projects, FMC Jabi is set to play a more prominent role in Nigeria’s healthcare system, offering critical services to thousands of patients while reducing the strain on the nation’s tertiary healthcare facilities.
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