Vice President Kashim Shettima says President Bola Tinubu is working diligently to reposition the nation’s health sector through enhanced financing, workforce training, and digital integration.

Mr Shettima made the remarks on Saturday during the inauguration of the Sulaiman Adegunwa Trauma Centre at the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital.

The ceremony, held in Sagamu, Ogun State, was the celebration of the 80th birthday of Asiwaju of Ijebuland, Adegunwa.

Mr Shettima disclosed that Mr Tinubu had approved a comprehensive Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative, which included the establishment of over 8,800 new primary health care centres across the country.

He mentioned the upgrade of existing tertiary institutions to handle trauma, oncology, and infectious disease control.

Mr Shettima noted that Mr Tinubu’s administration was investing in a National Health Insurance Scheme aimed at ensuring that no Nigerian was left behind.

“This is alongside the implementation of a digital health information management system that ensures data drives diagnostics and delivery,” he said.

The vice president emphasised that the Sulaiman Adegunwa Trauma Centre was a testament to the federal government’s commitment to building a health sector that works for all.

“We must not forget that in a nation facing rising urbanisation, motorisation, and industrial risks, trauma centres are no longer optional; they are essential,” Mr Shettima said.

The vice president underscored the importance of a collective effort in addressing the nation’s healthcare challenges through collaboration between the public and private sectors.

He also called on more private sector players, philanthropists, foundations, and professionals to take inspiration from what Mr Adegunwa’s family had done.

Earlier, Ogun State governor, Dapo Abiodun, said the trauma centre was a monumental facility designed for the betterment of humanity.

In his remarks, Mr Adegunwa expressed gratitude to the governor and everyone who contributed to making the project a reality.

(NAN)