Commissioning of NAUTH permanent site, reaffirmation of our commitment to a brighter future for healthcare in Anambra~MD

The Chief Medical Director of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State, Prof.Joseph Ugboaja has described the commissioning of the hospital's permanent site as a reaffirmation of the state commitment to a brighter future for healthcare in Anambra state.

The state-of-the-art medical facility was commissioned by the Senior Special Assistant to the Hon Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Barrister Chinedu Moghalu yesterday. Earlier in his address titled:Transforming Nigeria’s Medical Landscape through Visionary Leadership and Smart Partnerships the Chief Medical Director of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State, Prof.Joseph Ugboaja appreciated the state governor, Chukwuma Soludo for bringing to reality the architectural facility.

He described governor Soludo as a sincere leader who needs stronger support to fulfilling all his dream for the people of the state and added that the commissioning of the NAUTH Permanent Site is not just a celebration of past accomplishments but a reaffirmation of their commitment to a brighter future for healthcare in Anambra State and Nigeria at large. " As we look to the future, it is clear that challenges remain that will require even more robust collaboration. Continued efforts are necessary to ensure that every Nigerian has access to quality health services. "While Nigeria may be navigating through challenging times, the focus on healthcare transformation is a beacon of hope. Beginning with improving health is indeed the right path, as health is wealth. He explained that with a collective and collaborative effort that the country would come out of medical quagmire steering its face and admonished well meaning individuals, Cooperate bodies, and private institutions to rise and support health sectors in the country. "With collective effort and unwavering resolve, there is confidence that we can build a better country for future generations. "As Hon. Muhammad Ali Pate remarked, Our commitment to health is our commitment to our people. Healthcare transcends politics and unites us all in a common goal: to ensure the best possible health outcomes for every Nigerian. Investing in health is investing in the future of Nigeria.” "To achieve this vision, we call on banks, high-net-worth individuals, and large body corporates to invest in health. This investment need not be limited to building medical complexes; it can extend to funding community health programs, supporting health education initiatives, and providing resources for preventive care. " By investing in health, we create wealth not only at a national level but also within our communities, fostering a healthier, more productive population that can drive Nigeria’s development forward. Additionally, such investments could include establishing faculty chairs, scholarships, mentorship programs, and research grants. "For example, Muhammad Ali Pate is the inaugural holder of the Julio Frenk endowed Professor of Public Health Leadership at the Harvard T.H. Chan School, demonstrating how endowed positions can foster academic excellence and innovation in healthcare. "Similar programs at Ivy League universities in America and other prestigious institutions globally have shown how such investments can lead to significant advancements in health research, education, and practice. These initiatives not only enhance healthcare but also build a pipeline of skilled professionals. "It’s been said that “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” The NAUTH story is a milestone in Nigeria’s concerted journey to improved quality health outcomes through the visionary and strategic leadership of Mr. President under the Renewed Hope Agenda. As a country, we are individually and collectively responsible for our health and that of our fellows. "This is the letter and spirit of the Compact and Sector-Wide Approach being orchestrated by the Coordinating Minister under the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal