World Health Day: First Lady Emphasizes Importance of Maternal and Newborn Health

By Philomina Brando

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has issued a heartfelt message on the occasion of World Health Day 2025. She emphasized the critical importance of investing in maternal and newborn health as a cornerstone of sustainable development.

 

This was contained in a statement released on Monday by the First Lady’s media aide, Busola Kukoyi. Tinubu highlighted the alarming reality that many women and newborns still lose their lives each day due to preventable complications during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period.

 

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She said, “As we commemorate the World Health Day 2025, with the theme, ‘Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,’ let us all remember that investing in maternal and newborn health is not only a moral responsibility but also a fundamental cornerstone of sustainable development.”

 

Tinubu extended her congratulations to health workers across the nation, acknowledging their sacrifices in the pursuit of a healthier world. She stated, “On this World Health Day, let us all strive to create a world where mothers can safely give birth and children can live healthy to reach their full potential.”

 

The First Lady’s message underscores the significance of prioritizing maternal and newborn health. By investing in this critical area, Nigeria can reduce mortality rates and improve the overall well-being of its citizens.

 

Health workers play a vital role in achieving this goal. Their dedication and hard work are essential in providing quality healthcare services to mothers and newborns.

 

The theme of World Health Day 2025, “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” highlights the importance of ensuring that every child has a healthy start in life. By working together, Nigeria can create a brighter future for its citizens.

 

The First Lady’s message serves as a reminder of the need for continued efforts to improve maternal and newborn health. By prioritizing this critical area, Nigeria can make significant strides in reducing mortality rates and improving overall health outcomes.

 

 

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– World Health Day 2025,Maternal and Newborn Health,Sustainable Development,First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu

 

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The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has emphasized the importance of investing in maternal and newborn health as a cornerstone of sustainable development.

 

She highlighted the need to reduce mortality rates and improve overall health outcomes for mothers and newborns.

 

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