Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed the remarkable transformation happening across Nigeria's healthcare landscape, with women taking center stage in driving this revolutionary change.
During his keynote address at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new clinical complex and student hostel at the Federal College of Dental Technology and Therapy in Enugu, Shettima highlighted the significant leadership roles women now occupy in critical health institutions nationwide.
The Female Powerhouses Reshaping Nigerian Healthcare
The Vice President specifically acknowledged several prominent women who are currently steering major healthcare organizations:
- Dr. Abba Zubairu - Medical Director of National Blood Service Commission
- Dr. Haliru Aliyu - Head of National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment
- Dr. Olajumoke Adeyemi - Head of National Institute of Ophthalmology
- Dr. Fejiro Chinye-Nwoko - General Manager of National Health Insurance Authority
- Dr. Nimo Yusuf - Head of National Agency for the Control of AIDS
A New Era of Healthcare Leadership
Shettima emphasized that these appointments represent more than just gender representation—they signify a fundamental shift in how healthcare leadership is evolving in Nigeria. "We are witnessing a healthcare revolution led by some of the most brilliant minds in the medical field, who happen to be women," he stated.
The Vice President praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration for recognizing and harnessing the unique capabilities that women bring to healthcare management and policy implementation.
Building for the Future
The event also marked a significant milestone in healthcare infrastructure development. The new clinical complex and student hostel at the Federal College of Dental Technology and Therapy represents a N16.5 billion investment in Nigeria's healthcare future.
Shettima stressed that this infrastructure development, combined with visionary leadership, positions Nigeria for substantial improvements in healthcare delivery and medical education.
This transformation story demonstrates Nigeria's commitment to not only improving healthcare infrastructure but also ensuring that the most capable leaders, regardless of gender, are at the helm of this critical sector.
