President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, June 19, commissioned a new 300-bed medical facility at Millennium City in Kaduna State, named the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Specialist Hospital.
The hospital comprises nine specialised wings, including units for maternal and child health, radiology and imaging, intensive care, and special care.
According to state officials, the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority has granted approval for the establishment of a cancer centre and nuclear facility within the complex.
During the inauguration, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani appealed to the president to support the completion of the cancer centre, saying it would make the facility more comprehensive. “That’s the only thing missing,” Sani said.
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In response, Tinubu praised the governor’s developmental strides and pledged federal support.
“We’ve witnessed progress. You prioritise people. It is only a far-sighted leader who cares about his people that can establish this for their health care needs. I am very proud of what you are doing,” the president said.
“I can assure you that our intervention is not in vain, and we will grant it.”
Tinubu was received in Kaduna by a delegation of top government officials and traditional leaders, including Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas; Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin; and the Emir of Zazzau, Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli.
Also present were Governors Hope Uzodimma (Imo), Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Biodun Oyebanji (Ekiti), Monday Okpebholo (Edo), Umar Namadi (Jigawa), and AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (Kwara).