Bill for Ogoja Medical Centre gets Senate attention
Ani Bassey
The Nigerian Senate's Committee on Health (Secondary and Tertiary) has conducted a public hearing on Senator Jarigbe Agom's Federal Medical Centre Ogoja Establishment Bill 2023 (SB 142) at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja.
The bill, which has undergone first and second readings at plenary sessions has been referred to the Senate Committee on Health for further public hearing and legislative actions.
Senator Jarigbe's bill is set to revolutionize the healthcare landscape by establishing quality healthcare services that cater to the needs of all.
The bill focuses on developing the necessary infrastructure to support effective, efficient, and affordable healthcare delivery.
This means that individuals will have access to well-equipped facilities, skilled healthcare professionals, and timely medical interventions.
The bill also prioritizes the implementation of a robust monitoring and evaluation mechanism. This will ensure that healthcare services are held to the highest standards, and any shortcomings are promptly addressed.
By doing so, the bill aims to promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement in the healthcare sector. Ultimately, Senator Jarigbe's bill has the potential to transform the lives of countless individuals, providing them with access to quality healthcare services that are both effective and affordable.
Speaking on the bill, Senator Jarigbe emphasized that the bill aims to establish quality healthcare services by developing necessary infrastructure, ensuring effective, efficient, and affordable healthcare delivery, and implementing a monitoring and evaluation mechanism.
He added that the proposed medical center is expected to be affiliated with a medical school and academic medical center, providing opportunities for youth to gain professional experience.
The bill is anticipated to undergo a third reading at plenary and, upon passage, will be forwarded to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for assent.
