Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Wednesday reiterated Nigeria commitment to the attainment of universal health coverage.
Osinbajo disclosed this at the formal launch of Modular Healthcare Facility at Gbagada General Hospital, Lagos by Alpha Mead.
He said that 2030 agenda for sustainable development as demonstrated by the present launch of the basic health care provision fund in 2019 to accelerate the attainment of universal health coverage.
Osinbajo who was represented by the senior special assistant to president on SDG, Orelope Adefolure said that “Nigeria is making unwavering effort through various ministry, departments and agencies of government.
“To improve both geographical and financial aspect of quality healthcare services through aggressive healthcare infrastructure, development and function horizontally and vertically” he said.
Osinbajo said that the Alpha Mead has harness it’s scientific and technological expertise and making available this provision and facilities in Nigeria which would go a long way in supporting Nigeria journey towards 2030 agenda for sustainable development.
He said that Alpha Mead has the potential to support government effort.
Earlier, the Group Chairman, Alpha Mead Group, Mutiu Sunmonu has said that the launch of the product was another confirmation that the company brand promise of “We Care” was not just a platitude.
Sunmonu said that it was a living commitment that expresses the company essence as an Organisation.
He said that “this has defined us over the years and is evident in all the solutions that we bring to the marketplace.
“From our commitment to house over 1,000 middle- to- low-income Nigerians; our services that create safe, secure, and comfortable places for people to live, work and play.
“To delivering efficient and quality healthcare services in Nigeria and across the continent of Africa.
“We are always seeking new and different ways to express care to all our stakeholders.
“The challenges of our healthcare sector are not unknown to us all.
“This is a clarion call to all stakeholders like you and Alpha Mead within the healthcare space to rise to the occasion” he said.
