First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has emphasized that no woman should die during childbirth, highlighting the importance of proper healthcare and tools for midwives.
She made this statement while flagging off the distribution of professional kits to midwives in Nigeria’s North East Geopolitical Zone, courtesy of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI).
The Initiative’s Objective
The RHI aims to improve healthcare delivery in Nigeria by providing essential tools and infrastructure to support midwives and other healthcare professionals. The initiative is part of the Federal Government’s efforts to reduce maternal and child mortality rates in the country.
Key Highlights
- Distribution of Professional Kits: 60,000 branded scrubs and 60,000 pairs of crocs will be distributed among the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria, with 10,000 kits allocated to each zone.
- Business Recapitalization Grant: A N50 million grant will be provided to 1,000 petty traders in Taraba State, with the state governor promising to match this with an additional 1,000 traders.
- Healthcare Transformation: The Coordinating Minister for Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, assured that the Federal Government is working to improve healthcare accessibility and affordability, particularly for pregnant women and mothers.
Quotes from the Event
- “No woman needs to die bringing a child to life,” said First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, emphasizing the importance of proper healthcare and tools for midwives.
- “The demands of the health profession go beyond mere skills and compassion,” she added, highlighting the need for essential tools and infrastructure.
The distribution of professional kits to midwives and the business recapitalization grant are part of the Renewed Hope Initiative’s efforts to improve the lives of Nigerians, particularly women and children.
The event demonstrates the initiative’s commitment to supporting healthcare professionals and promoting economic empowerment in the country.