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Current funding levels for health sector remain below our commitments at global level-Akpabio

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President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has said that the current funding levels for the health sector remained far below the commitments the National Assembly has made at continental and global levels.

He made the remarks at a public hearing organised by the Senate Committee on Health (Secondary and Tertiary) held in Abuja on Monday.

The hearing was in five bills including the Sickle Cell Disorder Research and Therapy Centres (Establishment) sponsored Sen. Sunday Katung (Kaduna South)

The National Health Act (amendment) Bill sponsored by Sen. Ipalibo Banigo (Rivers West) which seeks to increase funding to the health sector,

The Orthopaedic Hospital Establishment Bill, Kogi State sponsored by Sen. Isa Jibrin (Kogi East).

“And two bills seeking to establish for Two National Eye Care Centres in Plateau and Benue States respectively sponsored by Sen. Diket Plang (Plateau Central) and Senator Titus Zam (Benue North-West).

Akpabio was represented by Senate Chief Whip, Mohammed Monguno.

He said: “The current funding levels for the health sector remain far below the commitments we have made at continental and global levels.

“This National Health Act (Amendment) Bill aims to strengthen the financial framework that supports primary healthcare, disease prevention, health workforce development, and emergency response.

“Increased funding is not an expense it is an investment in national security, economic growth, and human capital,” he said.

He said that each of the bills is a response to real and pressing health challenges facing the people.

“They are not abstract legislative proposals; they address conditions that affect millions of Nigerians-directly or indirectly every single day.

“Nigeria has the highest burden of sickle cell disease in the world. Every year, thousands of our children are born with sickle cell disorder, and many of them do not survive to adulthood due to inadequate diagnosis, poor access to therapy.

“The Sickle Cell Disorder Bill seeks to change that narrative by establishing dedicated research and therapy centres that will expand scientific knowledge, improve patient care, and reduce mortality.

“It is a crucial step toward giving hope to families affected by this condition,” he said.

He however, assured of the National Assembly’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s health architecture and ensuring that laws respond effectively to the realities of the people.

Chairman of the Committee, Sen. Banigo and sponsor of the National Health Act (Amendment) Bill said the bill buttresses the need to amend the existing Act.

“To increase the percentage of the Basic HealthCare Provision Fund (BHCPF) from the current one per cent to two per cent of the Consolidated Revenue Fund.

“This is necessitated due to the fact that the current allocation is abysmally low to meet current national health needs”.

In his presentation, Sen. Katung said the bill on Sickle Cell Disorder Research and Therapy Centres sought to establish seven of such centres, one in each of the six geopolitical zones and one in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

“These Centres represent a commitment that Nigeria will finally provide our children with sickle cell disorder the same standard of care available in other parts of the world”.

He said that Nigeria carries the heaviest burden of Sickle Cell Disorder globally noting that each year, approximately 150,000 babies are born with this condition in the country.

Katung said that the centres when established, would serve as hubs of excellence-places where patients receive specialist care and families receive counselling.

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National Trail Mourns Pioneer Editor, Abdulazeez Suleiman

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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.

The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.

Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.

Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.

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JUST IN: After Primary Election Victory, Shehu Sani Visits Parents’ Graves to Offer Prayers and Express Gratitude to God

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Following his victory in the party primary election, Senator Shehu Sani visited the graves of his parents to pray and give thanks to Almighty God.

The former senator described the visit as very important to him, noting that his parents played a significant role in his upbringing and in shaping his political life.

Shehu Sani prayed for Allah to forgive his parents and all deceased Muslims, while also reaffirming his commitment to continue serving the people with honesty and integrity after securing victory in the primaries.

The gesture has attracted attention from his supporters and social media users, many of whom praised his act of remembering his parents after a political success.

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National Trail Mourns Pioneer Editor, Abdulazeez Suleiman

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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.

The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.

Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.

Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.

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