Senator Gbenga Daniel Advocates Establishment of Federal Medical Centre in Ijebu Ode

The Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District, His Excellency, Otunba Engr. Gbenga Daniel, has renewed calls for improved healthcare access in Ogun State as he passionately championed the Federal Medical Centres (Amendment) Bill during plenary at the National Assembly on Tuesday.

The proposed legislation, which seeks to establish a Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Ijebu Ode, aims to expand the network of federal health institutions across Nigeria in line with the Federal Government’s drive to ensure equitable healthcare delivery nationwide.

In his well-articulated submission, Senator Daniel underscored the urgent need for a fair distribution of federal medical facilities, particularly in the Ijebu and Remo divisions of Ogun State, where access to quality healthcare remains limited.

“Access to quality healthcare should not be a privilege but a fundamental right. The establishment of the Federal Medical Centre in Ijebu Ode is not merely desirable but essential for the good people of Ogun East,”

— Senator Daniel stated on the floor of the Senate.

The former Ogun State Governor explained that the proposed FMC would complement existing facilities, notably the FMC Abeokuta, by decongesting patient traffic and providing advanced medical care to communities in Ogun East. He added that the project would also enhance emergency response capacity, create employment opportunities, and promote medical education and research across the South-West region.

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“This initiative transcends politics; it is about saving lives, empowering communities, and strengthening the nation’s healthcare infrastructure,”— he added.

Senator Daniel’s advocacy drew commendations from lawmakers across party lines, who praised his submission for its clarity, depth, and sense of regional balance. They described his efforts as reflective of his longstanding dedication to infrastructural growth, human capital development, and public welfare.

The Federal Medical Centres (Amendment) Bill, which has now passed its second reading, has been referred to the Senate Committee on Health (Secondary and Tertiary) for further legislative consideration. Its progression marks a significant step toward the actualization of a Federal Medical Centre in Ijebu Ode, rekindling optimism for improved healthcare access among millions of residents in Ogun East Senatorial District.