Lagos State First Lady, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has called for sustained investment in disease surveillance, healthcare infrastructure and emergency preparedness to protect Nigerians from future public health threats. This comes after the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, warned that frontline doctors will determine whether the country prevents another Ebola outbreak.
Speaking at the opening of the 2026 Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, Lagos State Branch, Sanwo-Olu revealed that the lessons from the Ebola epidemic, COVID-19 pandemic and other emerging infectious diseases emphasize the need for stronger collaboration, scientific innovation and continuous investment in the health sector.
She concluded by reaffirming the Lagos State Government’s commitment to strengthening healthcare infrastructure, human capital development, disease surveillance and emergency response systems under the THEMES+ development agenda.
Her words, “As a medical doctor, I truly appreciate the enormous responsibility placed on healthcare professionals. Beyond treating illnesses, they are educators, researchers, counsellors, innovators, family members and often the first line of defence during national emergencies.
Our healthcare workers deserve not only our gratitude but continuous investment in their welfare, professional development and a conducive working environment.
It is through collaboration between government, healthcare professionals, research institutions, development partners, the private sector and communities that we can build a healthier, safer and more resilient society.”
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