Nigerian Medical Association Launches Nationwide Health and Education Empowerment Initiatives for Orphanages
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), in collaboration with the Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare; the Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching Hospital, Azare; and the Chigari Foundation, has officially launched its Nationwide Health and Education Empowerment Initiatives for Orphanages in Bauchi State.
This initiative forms a key component of the Association’s corporate social responsibility, designed to deliver essential health and educational support to one of Nigeria’s most vulnerable groups—orphans.
The launch was marked by the formal adoption of the Katagum Zone Orphanage Home, representing a significant expansion of the NMA’s commitment to improving the welfare of children in institutional care. The programme is envisioned to grow through strategic partnerships with both local and international humanitarian organizations dedicated to child welfare and development.
The event was attended by the President of the Nigerian Medical Association, Dr. Bala Audu, and supported by the Chairman of the Bauchi State branch of the NMA, Dr. Yusuf Baffah. Also in attendance were the Chief Medical Director of the Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching Hospital, Azare, Dr. Dauda Abubakar Katagum, along with other leaders of NMA affiliates in Bauchi State.
As part of the launch, the orphanage received donations of food items, medications, and educational materials valued at several millions of Naira.
With the inclusion of the Katagum Zone Orphanage, the NMA has now adopted a total of three orphanages across the country under this initiative, following previous adoptions of the Divine Children Home in Uyo and the Abuja Children’s Home in Karu.
This compassionate initiative underscores the NMA’s enduring commitment to extending the frontiers of medical and social care beyond the hospital walls—bringing hope, healing, and opportunity to those who need it most.
Dr Mannir Bature
National Publicity Secretary
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NMA President Prof. Bala Audu Intensifies Advocacy for Nigerian Doctors’ Welfare, Secures Commitment for Prompt Payment of CONMESS Arrears
The President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Prof. Bala Audu, continues to vigorously champion the welfare of medical practitioners across Nigeria. In a series of strategic engagements, Prof. Audu met with the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa and the Director General of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr Kelechi Ohiri on Friday, 24th January 2025, to address pressing issues impacting the healthcare sector and the well-being of medical professionals.
During his discussion with the Minister of Education, Prof. Audu highlighted the challenges faced by medical academics, particularly the discrimination against medical professors in Nigerian universities. He advocated for equitable recognition and treatment of these professionals who contribute significantly to both academia and healthcare.
In his meeting with the NHIA Director General, Dr Audu secured a mutual agreement to establish a specialized healthcare package for medical doctors and other healthcare workers. This initiative includes the implementation of a new tariff for healthcare providers, aiming to offer essential health benefits and address the specific needs of those dedicated to the nation’s health system.
These efforts underscore Prof. Audu’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the conditions and welfare of healthcare professionals in Nigeria. His proactive engagement with key stakeholders represents a significant step toward ensuring that the rights and needs of Nigerian doctors are met, both in healthcare delivery and within academic and professional settings.
The NMA President reaffirmed the association’s dedication to advocating for the advancement of the medical profession. He called for continued collaboration between government agencies and medical associations to create a more supportive environment for healthcare workers nationwide. Prof. Audu expressed gratitude for the patience exhibited by Nigerian doctors concerning the delay in the payment of CONMESS adjustment arrears and assured them that the payment would be effected in no time.
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