Determined to combat cervical cancer in Nigeria, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has donated N1 billion to the National Cancer Fund.
This significant contribution aims to strengthen the nation’s efforts in eliminating cervical cancer and providing much-needed support for those affected by the disease.
During a meeting with the National Taskforce on Cervical Cancer Elimination, led by Iziaq Salako, Minister of State for Health, Mrs. Tinubu emphasised the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding the disease.
“There should be no shame in seeking help,” she stated, urging Nigerians to prioritise their health and seek early intervention.
“I am in support of what you are doing. We are on track, especially with the approach you have adopted: test, screen, vaccinate, and treat.
“No matter what wealth you have as a nation, if your population or majority of your population is sick, you are just the poorest as far as I am concerned.
“The theme for World Health Day this year, ‘Healthy beginnings: hopeful future,’ I believe is so apt for what we are doing here today. I believe you said most of my work is 70 percent in health.
“A healthy nation is a wealthy nation. No matter what wealth you have as a nation, if your population or majority of your population is sick, you are just the poorest as far as I am concerned.”