ARFH is honored to be part of the National TB Conference 2024, a landmark gathering aimed at revolutionizing the fight against tuberculosis in Nigeria. This year’s theme, “Public-Private Partnership and Integrated Service Delivery: Panacea to End TB in Nigeria,” highlights the critical need for collaboration and innovation in tackling one of Nigeria’s most pressing health challenges.
ARFH delegation, led by Dr. Kehinde Osinowo (CEO, ARFH), alongside Dr. Queen Ogbuji, Dr. Atibioke Oluyemi, and the ARFH Global Fund TB Team, is deeply engaged in shaping impactful conversations and driving actionable strategies toward ending TB.
Opening Ceremony Highlights:
- Welcome Address: Delivered by Queen Ogbuji Ladipo, Acting Board Chair, Stop TB Partnership Nigeria.
- Opening Remarks: From Iziaq Adekunle Salako, Honorable Minister of State, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, and Dr. Bethrand Odume, Chair, Central Planning Committee, National TB Conference 2024.
- Special Remarks: By Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON, First Lady of Nigeria, who reaffirmed the commitment of the present administration and pledged her unwavering support through the Renewed Hope Initiativeto accelerate efforts toward ending TB.
- Keynote Address: Delivered by Ali Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, highlighting the need for collective partnershipsand an enabling environment as the 2025 budget-making process approaches.
Global Perspectives and Insights:
Distinguished leaders from across the world enriched the discussions with their insights:
- Cheri Vincent, Chief, TB Division, Global Health Bureau, USAID, Washington DC.
- Walter Kazadi Mulombo, WHO Representative to Nigeria.
- Jean Kaseya, Director General, Africa CDC.
- Teodoro J. Herbosa, Secretary of Health, Ministry of Health, Philippines.
- Lucia Ditiu, Executive Director, Stop TB Partnership Global, Geneva.
- Tope Adebola Adams, National Coordinator, TB People Nigeria.
A Call to Action
Prof. Ali Pate emphasized the critical role of public-private partnerships in creating a sustainable framework for TB eradication. He extended appreciation to the First Lady of Nigeria for her strong advocacy, and to partners such as the Global Fund, USAID, WHO, Stop TB Partnership, Africa CDC, and the vibrant Nigerian youth for their continued support and contributions.
This conference is a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation, and integrated service delivery as we work towards a TB-free Nigeria. Together, we can create healthier communities, save lives, and achieve this shared goal.
