Former Nigerian Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, along with former Head of State Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar, have collectively endorsed a new digital health initiative aimed at improving medical access across the country. The leaders attended the unveiling of Care365 Health Hub, a smart health kiosk designed to provide affordable, quality healthcare services to communities nationwide. The launch event in Abuja brought together a wide range of national figures, including former Senate President Anyim Pius Anyim, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, and the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare.
Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar, who chairs the Care365 initiative, stated in his opening speech that the project is more than just a new product; it is a declaration that “every Nigerian life matters.” He emphasized the initiative’s potential to bridge the gap in healthcare access, particularly for underserved populations. The Care365 Health Hub is envisioned as a foundational step toward a more equitable and efficient healthcare system, leveraging technology to reach those who previously had limited or no access to medical facilities.
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, serving as the event’s chairman, described the project as a vital “social justice tool.” He underscored the importance of ensuring that every citizen, regardless of their location or income, has the right to quality medical care. Obasanjo passionately urged the federal government to integrate Care365 into Nigeria’s existing primary healthcare and emergency systems. He also called on state governments, development partners, and the private sector to lend their support, encouraging the nationwide scaling of this innovative solution to address healthcare disparities.
Highlighting the urgency of the matter, Obasanjo drew a sharp contrast between technological advancement and the current healthcare reality in Nigeria. “It is no longer acceptable that in the age of artificial intelligence and space tourism, a Nigerian child should die of malaria because her mother couldn’t afford to travel to the nearest health facility,” he said. His powerful statement serves as a call to action, emphasizing that the country must leverage modern technology to overcome basic health challenges that continue to plague many communities.
