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FG unveils Borno fertility centre

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  • The Federal Government has unveiled a solar-powered fertility care and maternity complex at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital in Borno State.
  • The facility, built by the Northeast Development Commission, aims to provide advanced medical equipment and reduce the need for residents to travel for specialized healthcare.
  • Officials highlighted the project as a demonstration of President Bola Tinubu's commitment to developing the North East region, particularly its health sector.

The Federal Government has inaugurated a state-of-the-art fertility care center and maternity complex at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital. The facility, powered by solar energy and equipped with advanced medical technology, including an intracytoplasmic sperm injection machine, aims to make specialized reproductive healthcare accessible within the Borno State region.

What we just witnessed is the commissioning of a world class fertility centre. The equipment you see in this building are the best you can find anywhere in the world

— Uba AhmaduAddressing journalists shortly after the unveiling of the fertility care centre and maternity complex.

Minister of State for Regional Development, Uba Ahmadu, emphasized that the center will prevent residents from traveling long distances for fertility treatments. He described the equipment as "world-class" and reiterated President Bola Tinubu's commitment to the development of the North East through the Northeast Development Commission (NEDC). Ahmadu noted that the NEDC has invested heavily in various sectors, with this health initiative being a key component.

Mr President has continued to invest heavy amount through this agency (North East Development Commission) to all the sectors. This is one component of the NEDC intervention in the health sector

— Uba AhmaduHighlighting President Bola Tinubu's commitment to the North East region through the NEDC's investments.

Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State commended the Ministry of Regional Development and the NEDC for their focus on the region's healthcare. He recalled previous NEDC investments, such as the procurement of MRI and CT scan machines for tertiary health facilities, totaling approximately 70 billion naira. Zulum assured continued support from Northeast governors for such initiatives.

Recently, the NEDC procured modern MRI machines and CT scans to almost all the tertiary health facilities in North East sub-region at the cost of about 70 billion naira. This is a huge amount that was invested into the health sector.

— Babagana ZulumCommending the NEDC's previous investments in the region's health sector.

The new facility is expected to significantly improve healthcare services in the region, reducing the burden on individuals seeking specialized medical attention and contributing to the overall development goals for the North East.

On behalf of the good people of Borno State, I want to commend the Minister of State for Regional Development, and North East Development Commission for a job well done

— Babagana ZulumExpressing gratitude for the newly unveiled fertility care centre.
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