Rt. Hon. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha, along with other distinguished members of the National Assembly, participate in the Investiture Ceremony of the First Lady as TB Champion
Rt. Hon. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha and Other Members of the National Assembly Attend Investiture Ceremony of First Lady as Tuberculosis Champion
On the auspicious occasion of the Investiture Ceremony of Nigeria’s First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, CON, as the #GlobalAndNationalStopTBChampion, Rt. Hon. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha, accompanied by esteemed colleagues from the National Assembly, including the House of Representatives Committee on HIV/Aids, Leprosy, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, gathered at the State House Conference Hall, Aso Villa, Abuja. This significant event was held as part of the comprehensive activities marking the 2024 #WorldTBDay.
Rt. Hon. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha extended warm congratulations to Sen. Oluremi Tinubu on her well-deserved recognition as the TB Champion. Expressing unwavering confidence in her capabilities, he underscored her potential to leverage her influential platform effectively. He emphasized her crucial role in raising awareness about the grave challenges posed by Tuberculosis and associated diseases, as well as in mobilizing resources to combat the Tuberculosis burden not only within Nigeria but also across the broader West African Region.
Furthermore, Hon. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha highlighted the imperative for concerted efforts to tackle the incidence of Tuberculosis comprehensively. He emphasized the critical role of advocacy, resource mobilization, and collaborative initiatives in achieving meaningful progress towards Tuberculosis eradication goals. He reiterated the commitment of the National Assembly, particularly the House of Representatives Committee on HIV/Aids, Leprosy, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, to actively support initiatives aimed at combating Tuberculosis and promoting public health across Nigeria and the region.
The Investiture Ceremony served as a pivotal moment to honor Sen. Oluremi Tinubu’s dedication and commitment to the fight against Tuberculosis. Rt. Hon. Sunday Cyriacus Umeha and his fellow National Assembly members pledged their unwavering support and cooperation in advancing the TB control agenda and working towards a Tuberculosis-free future for all.
