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PHOTOS: Tunji Alausa In Attendance As Tinubu Unveils Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative

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Dec 14, 2023.

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for health, Dr Tunji Alausa on Tuesday graced the unveiling of health sector renewal investment initiative.

The investment initiative, which was unveiled by President Bola Tinubu, had in attendance major national and international stakeholders in the health sector.

Delivering his address, Dr. Alausa underscored the importance of the gathering, emphasizing that collective efforts from both local and international stakeholders are essential.

The minister urged a concerted commitment to ensuring that the investments channelled into the health sector yield tangible results, ultimately enhancing the efficiency of healthcare services for the Nigerian populace.

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It is with great pleasure and pride that I welcome you all to this event as we commemorate the World Universal Health Coverage Day which marks a major milestone for the Health Sector of Nigeria.

Dr. Tunji Alausa Delivering his address

As we unite in this celebration, we stand shoulder to shoulder with the global community, reaffirming our commitment to ensuring health for all. It is with great privilege that we host this event, graced by the presence of our President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, the DG of WHO and other global health leaders — all integral in our collective journey towards accessible, resilient healthcare systems.”

“The theme of this year’s UHC Day, ‘Health for all: Time for Action,’ reminds us of the urgency and necessity of our endeavours. Today, we mark a pivotal moment in our nation’s commitment as we unveil and witness the signing of the Health Renewal Compact—a testament of our dedication to transformative reforms in the health sector.

With the support of our esteemed dignitaries and the solidarity of our international partners, we stand poised to turn commitments into action, translating aspirations into tangible improvements in healthcare delivery.

The signing of the compact today seeks to bring together Federal, and subnational as well as development partners both bilateral and multilateral to ensure that investments in our shared renewal vision translates into the desired transformation that we all desire to see in the health sector.

Together, let us pave the way for a healthier, more equitable future for every Nigerian.

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