WACP Advocates for Enhanced Healthcare Investment in Nigeria
The West African College of Physicians (WACP) has advocated for increased investment in primary healthcare and improved welfare for medical professionals to enhance healthcare delivery and decrease medical tourism in Nigeria and other African nations. This call was made during a free medical outreach on Saturday for over 500 beneficiaries in Waru community, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, as part of the college's 50th annual general and scientific meeting.
The outreach provided free medical consultations and treatment, with selected patients screened for surgical services. His Royal Majesty, Alhaji Dr. Usman Nga Kupi, the Sa’peyi of Garki and Chairman of the Garki Chiefdom Traditional Council, urged the WACP to collaborate with governments and private investors to establish specialized tertiary hospitals for advanced medical treatment.
He emphasized the need to retain trained medical professionals in Nigeria and improve their working conditions. Dr. Mamadou Muktalaka, President of the WACP, reaffirmed the college's commitment to enhancing health outcomes across West Africa.
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