Abdullahi Sabo, chairman, Kuje Area Council, FCT, says his administration will partner with relevant stakeholders to improve healthcare delivery in the area.

Represented by his personal assistant, Mohammed-Gimba Ebbo, the chairman said this on Saturday during a medical outreach organised by West African College of Physicians (WACP).

He acknowledged that the residents of the area faced the challenge of access to quality healthcare due to financial constraints, geographical barriers, and lack of awareness.

According to him, the outreach is, therefore, important to the people as it will help provide them with essential medical checks and treatment.

“I am honoured to stand before you today to commemorate this significant medical outreach programme organised by WACP.

“This initiative underscores the college’s commitment to improving healthcare accessibility and quality in our community.

“The importance of this medical outreach cannot be overstated. Many residents face challenges in accessing quality healthcare due to financial constraints, geographical barriers, or lack of awareness.

“This outreach bridges that gap, providing free medical services, consultations, screenings, and treatments to those who need them most.

“Its benefits are multifaceted: early detection and treatment of diseases, improved health awareness and education, enhanced quality of life for beneficiaries and strengthened healthcare infrastructure in our community,” Mr Sabo said.

He urged residents of Kuje Area Council to take full advantage of the opportunity, adding that their health was paramount.

The president of the college, Dr Rose Macauley, said access to quality healthcare was not just a privilege but a fundamental human right.

“This medical outreach is more than just a service; it is a lifeline for many who have been unable to access regular medical care.

“It is our hope that those individuals seen by the doctors today continue to seek care in health facilities near their locations.

“It is the collective responsibility of providers to care for the health of our people, and that starts with an initiative like this,” Ms Macauley said.

Earlier, when the team from WACP paid a courtesy visit to his palace, the traditional ruler of the area, Haruna Jilbrin, appreciated their team for their concern for his people.

“God bless you. I pray to God to give you more wisdom to continue to serve; health is service to humanity,” he said.

(NAN)