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WACS 2020: FCT Resident To Enjoy Free Medical Checkup

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7 years ago

October 9, 2019

Joel Ajayi

Selected residents of the FCT are to enjoy various forms of free surgical procedures from February 9^th to 17^th 2020 courtesy of the Free Medical Outreach of the West African College of Surgeons.

The free medical outreach program is a part of the West African College of Surgeons (WACS)’s 60^th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference which will hold in Abuja from the 17^th to 20^th of February 2020.

This was disclosed when a delegation of the Local Organising Committee from the College led by its Immediate Past President, Professor King-David Teina-Yawe, paid a courtesy visit to the FCTA.

Speaking further on the proposed surgical procedures a Fellow of the College and Acting General Manager of the FCT Hospitals Management Board, Dr Francis Alu, said that the surgical procedures will involve both minor surgeries such as cataracts and hernia and major ones such as fibroids.

Dr. Alu also said that the general hospitals in Kubwa, Bwari, and Kuje will be available for minor surgeries while major surgeries will be carried out at the Federal Medical Center Jabi, Garki Specialist and National Hospitals. A private eye specialist hospital, Rachel Eye Center will also be involved. He further revealed that 45 volunteer doctors will be available in each of the hospitals while the target is to treat 1000 patients across the 7 hospitals.

While shedding more light on the 60^th AGM and Scientific Conference, Professor Teina- Yawe said that the delegates are expected to come from all over the world and that the FCT was selected because of the availability of world-class conference facilities that can accommodate such a large delegation.

Professor Teina -Yawe equally stated that plans were underway to establish an Advanced Surgical Skills Training Hub in Abuja, adding that WACS has trained 7000 surgeons, many of whom have trained other surgeons in Nigeria.

In his response, the FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello said that some of the best surgeons in Nigeria were proud members of the West African College of Surgeons and have performed exceptionally well in their chosen profession.

He said that the City was looking forward to having the delegates in the FCT, adding that plans were underway to make Abuja a destination of choice for Conference tourism.

Malam Bello also revealed that the FCTA plans to prioritize the provision of facilities in hospitals during his second tenure as FCT Minister.

Also, at the meeting were the Permanent Secretary, FCTA, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa, and the Chief of Staff to the FCT Minister, Mallam Muhammad Bashir Mai-Borno

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Alhaji Solademi Unveiled as PCRC FCT Patron for Safe School Initiative

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1 month ago

August 29, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

High Chief Alhaji Abdulmajid Solademi has been formally unveiled and inducted as the Patron of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) FCT Safe School initiative.

The unveiling took place during the official launch of the PCRC Safe School programme on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the Conference Hall of the FCT Police Command, Old CBN Road, Garki, Abuja.

Solademi, who is also the Chairman of Air Warriors Basketball Club of Abuja and Chairman/CEO of Yajifarz Cargo, was honoured in recognition of his commitment to community development, youth empowerment and support for initiatives aimed at promoting a safer society.

The ceremony was led by the National Chairman of the PCRC, Alhaji Mogaji Ibrahim Olaniyan, alongside the PCRC FCT Command Chairman, Chief Rufus Ebegba, and the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, Prof. Sanusi Mohammed.

The launch of the Safe School initiative is aimed at strengthening security within educational institutions and promoting closer collaboration among the police, schools, parents, communities and other stakeholders in protecting students, teachers and learning facilities.

Speaking after his unveiling, Solademi expressed deep appreciation to the leadership of the PCRC and the FCT Police Command for finding him worthy of the appointment.

“I am deeply honoured and humbled by this recognition and the confidence reposed in me to serve as the PCRC FCT Safe School Patron,” he said.

“Education remains the foundation of every progressive society, and our children deserve to learn in an environment where they feel safe, protected and free to pursue their dreams.

“I accept this responsibility with a strong sense of duty and commitment. I will work closely with the PCRC, the Nigeria Police Force, educational institutions, parents and relevant stakeholders to support every genuine effort aimed at ensuring the safety and security of our schools.

“As someone who has remained passionate about youth development through sports and other empowerment initiatives, I understand the importance of creating opportunities and safe spaces for young people to grow and realise their full potential.

“This appointment is not just an honour; it is a call to service. I pledge to use my experience, network and resources to support the Safe School initiative and contribute meaningfully to the protection of our children and the future of our nation.”

Solademi also commended the PCRC for its continued commitment to fostering cooperation between the police and members of the public.

The PCRC Safe School initiative forms part of the organisation’s broader commitment to service to the nation and humanity, with a focus on strengthening community participation in security and supporting efforts to create safer learning environments across the Federal Capital Territory.

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