Garki Monarch Advocates for Specialist Hospitals Nationwide

Alhaji Dr Usman Nga Kupi, the Sa’Peyi of Garki, Abuja, has called on the federal and state governments to establish specialized tertiary hospitals in every state to decrease Nigerians' dependence on foreign countries for medical treatment. This appeal was made during a visit by a delegation from the West African College of Physicians (WACP) to his palace, prior to a free medical outreach at LEA Primary School in Waru community, Abuja, which was part of the college’s 50th anniversary activities.

Kupi expressed concern over the financial burden of seeking treatment abroad, highlighting that Nigerians travel to countries like the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Turkey, and India for specialized healthcare. He urged the WACP to collaborate with governments, medical professionals, and wealthy Nigerians to mobilize resources for advanced medical facilities.

Kupi emphasized the need for investment in local healthcare to reduce foreign exchange expenditure and improve accessibility to advanced medical services.