…Pledges support for conjoined twins
A heartwarming start to 2024 unfolded in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory as Boluwatife Johnson became the first baby born on a new year at the National Hospital, marking a unique occurrence after a three-year gap.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady, and wife of the Vice-President, Hajia Nana Shettimah, graced the hospital with their presence to celebrate as they collectively expressed their joy bearing gifts for the newborn and his lucky parents.
Mrs Tinubu took the opportunity to advocate for maternal health and awareness about HIV/AIDS among expectant mothers. She urged Nigerians to collaborate with the government to adopt hospitals and wards, contributing to the enhancement of healthcare delivery nationwide.
While with the women, she extended her commitment to healthcare improvement as she pledged to bear the costs for the surgery of a set of conjoined twins she came across during her hospital visit.
Pledging the support through her not-for-profit, the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), the First Lady assured the Chief Medical Director, Prof Mohammed Raji Mahmood, of assistance in facilitating the surgery to separate the twins.
She emphasized the significance of immunization, exclusive breastfeeding, and proper nutrition for infants. She also stressed the importance of antenatal and postnatal care, encouraging expectant mothers to prioritize their health and protection of every child.
Other women in the company of the First Lady and Vice-president’s wife are, the Minister of Women Affairs, Hon Uju Kennedy Ohanete, wife of the Minister of Works, Mrs. Umahi, and wife of the Minister of State for Defence, Mrs. Bello Matawalle, noting that they are showcasing their united commitment to promoting maternal and child head health across the nation.
