Lawyers Alert Celebrates Passage of TB Rights Bill

Lawyers Alert has commended the National Assembly for passing the National Tuberculosis (TB) Rights Bill on 12 November 2026, viewing it as a significant advancement in safeguarding the rights and dignity of individuals affected by tuberculosis. The bill, sponsored by Hon. Amobi Godwin Ogah, aims to prevent discrimination, stigma, and social exclusion of TB patients.

Dr Rommy Mom, President of Lawyers Alert, stated that the legislation would enhance access to healthcare and justice, promoting equality in Nigeria's response to tuberculosis. He highlighted the long-standing issues faced by TB patients, including discrimination and loss of livelihood.

Lawyers Alert contributed to the bill's passage through advocacy and collaboration with various stakeholders. Mom called on President Bola Tinubu to promptly assent to the bill and urged Benue State Governor Rev. Fr Hyacinth Alia to approve the state’s TB Anti-Stigma Bill.

The organization emphasized that the legislation should lead to practical protections against discrimination and improved healthcare access for TB-affected individuals.