Plateau state: Foundation adopts children’s surgical ward at JUTH

The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) in Nigeria, Plateau State Branch, has adopted children’s pediatric Surgical Ward 16 of the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH), for intervention in commemoration of the 2023 Children’s Day in Plateau State.

The State Chairperson of FIDA, Barr. Obioma Achile said the event served as the formal inauguration of the Surgical Ward incorporated for various interventions by their organization.

She said in line with this year’s theme: “More money for Primary Education,” of children, they’re adding a voice that there is a need for more money for the healthcare of children and their education in Nigeria.

“FIDA is a non-governmental organization, we have a very serious mandate.

“We have a great passion for women and children, sometimes they’re educated but still vulnerable. That is why we use the mechanism of law to protect them, we embarked on litigation where necessary, and ensure prosecution.”

The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) in Nigeria, Plateau State Branch, has adopted children’s pediatric Surgical Ward 16 of the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) for intervention in commemoration of the 2023 Children’s Day in Plateau State.

The State Chairperson of FIDA, Barr. Obioma Achile said the event served as the formal inauguration of the Surgical Ward incorporated for various interventions by their organization henceforth.

She said in line with this year’s theme: “More money for Primary Education” of children, they’re adding a voice that there is a need for more money for the healthcare of children and their education in Nigeria.

“FIDA is a non-governmental organization, we have a very serious mandate. We have a great passion for women and children, sometimes they’re educated but still vulnerable. That is why we use the mechanism of law to protect them, we embarked on litigation where necessary, and ensure prosecution.

“We look at the area of abduction, and when you abduct a child you must be responsible for their needs. This event is to also commemorate the 2023 Children’s Day Celebration which is on 27 May with the theme, More money for Primary Education.

“And FIDA is adding her voice again to this year’s theme which says More Money for Primary Education that we need more money for healthcare and education of children also.”

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