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The commissioning of the Academy and Clinic in Hadejia was more than the launch of two institutions, it was the culmination of months of strategic engagement with government, academia, traditional institutions, development partners, healthcare professionals, and Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem.

From evidence-driven planning and community consultations to engagement with Bayero University Kano and partnerships with @NITDANigeria , @EHAClinics, @NphcdaNG , Google Developer Groups, the Innovation Support Network, and the Hadejia Emirate, Federal Government of Nigeria, and state government this initiative demonstrates that sustainable development is built through collaboration.

Together, we’re advancing healthcare, innovation, youth empowerment, and human capital development, we are building a model that works for everyone.

Oluremi Tinubu unveils kidney disease clinic, health-tech academy in Jigawa

June 30, 2026

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Monday launched a new health centre and academy in Hadejia, Jigawa State, to promote early detection and prevention of chronic kidney disease.

The clinic, built and fully equipped by the FutureMap Foundation and eHealth Africa, is located on Garun Gabas Road in Hadejia and was named the Oluremi Tinubu Clinic in honour of the First Lady’s commitment to underserved communities.

The second project, the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Academy, was established by the Federal Government through the National Information Technology Development Agency.

The initiative comes weeks after President Bola Tinubu established the National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office.

Speaking during the inauguration of the clinic and academy in Hadejia, Senator Tinubu commended the partnership behind the projects.

“These facilities are dedicated to the early detection and prevention of chronic kidney disease, especially for our vulnerable people,” she said.

The First Lady said her passion was to uplift underserved communities.

“I am grateful to FutureMap Foundation and eHealth Africa for building and equipping this clinic in my name. Health is wealth, and prevention saves lives,” she stated.

She also praised the establishment of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Academy under NITDA.

“This academy will train our youths and health workers to use technology to solve health challenges. The two centres will work together to protect families from chronic kidney disease,” Senator Tinubu said.

She added that the clinic and academy would complement each other in developing solutions for the early detection and prevention of chronic kidney disease.

Earlier, the Director-General of NITDA, Kashiful Inuwa, described the academy as a milestone in health innovation.

“The academy was established by the Federal Government through NITDA to drive research, data and technology for healthcare,” he said.

He explained that the academy and the clinic were designed to function as a joint platform.

“Together, they will develop digital tools and early warning systems for chronic kidney disease so communities can detect and respond early,” Inuwa said.

He noted that the projects coincided with the establishment of the National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office.

“With the President’s creation of the National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office last week, Jigawa is now positioned to lead in health technology solutions for Nigerians,” he added.

Governor Umar Namadi, in his remarks, commended the First Lady for the clinic, academy and the launch of the National Community Food Bank Programme.

“We thank Her Excellency and our partners for bringing healthcare and technology closer to our people,” he said.

Speaking on the National Community Food Bank Programme for the North-West, which was also launched in Jigawa, the governor described the initiative as a major milestone for the state.

“Today marks another step in our fight against food insecurity and malnutrition,” he said.

During her one-day official visit, the First Lady inaugurated several landmark projects executed by the Jigawa State and Federal Governments in the Hadejia Emirate.

The visit ended with renewed commitments by the Federal and Jigawa State governments to deepen collaboration on healthcare, food security and social protection, with the new clinic and academy expected to play key roles in improving the lives of vulnerable Nigerians.

themanderon:
Please don't go there. Who are the households? Can you clearly verify them? What were the parameters used to determine these households?
Don't believe those jargons by these criminals.

obiekunie01:
How many of your family or extended members benefited from it? ##IDIAT!

OredoPikin:
U that is under Tinubu payroll

eepeepook:
Hopefully our government will follow the initiative.

Gotocourt:
He also appointed Mrs Kenneth Okonkwo as his spokesman.

This APC man

ADC uploads Atiku, Amaechi to INEC portal ahead 2027 polls

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the successful upload of the names and particulars of its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, and vice-presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) nomination portal, marking a major milestone in its preparations for the 2027 general elections.

The party’s national publicity secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, disclosed the development in a post on his verified X handle on Tuesday night.

“We are pleased to announce that we have successfully uploaded the names and particulars of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar (GCON), and our vice presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi (CON), to the nomination portal of the @INECNigeria,” Abdullahi wrote.

“This marks another important step in our preparations for the 2027 general election and our commitment to offer Nigerians a credible alternative built on competence, unity, and national renewal,” he added.

The development came as political parties intensify the process of submitting candidates’ details through INEC’s dedicated nomination portal ahead of the statutory deadline.

The portal is used by registered political parties to upload the particulars and sworn affidavits of candidates seeking elective offices.

The ADC had earlier unveiled former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as its presidential flag bearer, with former Rivers State governor and ex-minister of transportation Rotimi Amaechi emerging as his running mate, as part of the party’s strategy to challenge the ruling APC and President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election.

The successful submission places the ADC among the frontline parties that have completed a crucial stage of the nomination process, reinforcing its claim of being prepared to mount a serious contest in the next general election.

ATIKU, AMAECHI-AA, met for over an hour closed door meeting on Wednesday July 1 2026.

It is first time they are meeting after their names were uploaded on the INEC portal as ADC Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates respectively.

No details were disclosed. Another…

— Alhaji Mobola Ajagbe (@alhajimobola2) July 1, 2026

Earlier Today:
Our Leaders resumed duty.#AA#AtikuAmaechi pic.twitter.com/6h5AnhwGNr

— Lauretta Onochie (@Laurestar) July 1, 2026

Today, H.E. Atiku Abubakar hosted H.E. Rotimi Amaechi for a closed-door meeting.

I really admire the synergy between them. Nigeria would be lucky to have leaders of such unquestionable character, integrity, and experience. pic.twitter.com/silj9fctsN

— Abdul-Aziz Na'ibi Abubakar (@jrnaib2) July 1, 2026

KENNETH OKONKWO APPOINTED THE SPOKESPERSON FOR HIS EXCELLENCY ATIKU ABUBAKAR

I give God all the glory to be appointed by His Excellency Atiku Abubakar as his Spokesperson. I thank HE AA for the immense confidence reposed in me.

This appointment speaks volume of the democratic credentials of HE AA. Rather than pick offence against any of his associates for expressing genuine reservations of any action taken, HE AA always opts for dialogue and compromise that will engender solution to problems.

At a dialogue with HE AA and other well meaning members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the interests of the South-East have been discussed and guaranteed within the existing challenges posed by the Electoral Act, 2026, and the realities on the ground.

I extend special thanks to my brother and friend, Dr Kashim Imam CFR, for his kind and special intervention and counsel which revealed a special place for all Nigerians irrespective of place of origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, or cultural affiliations in the emerging political scenario.

My gratitude extends to Mr Ralphs Nwosu, former National Chairman of ADC, for his continuous sacrifice which has assisted in consolidating the ADC to face the numerous challenges put in its way since the formation of the coalition.

My regards to Dr Ekene Onwuka, SSA to HE AA on Special Duties, for his efforts towards raising a formidable team to ensure the election of HE AA come 2027.

My sincere gratitude to my family, fans, and friends for their support and prayers which God answered in covering my errors and colouring my efforts to pave way for this appointment. I still covet your prayers for wisdom, courage, provision, and protection needed to carry out this challenging post which will usher in a glorious and great Nigeria.

Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Kenneth Okonkwo
Spokesperson for HE AA.

ArcSEMPECJ:
I quoted what you said, not what the topic says, why will Dangote etc donate money when they can be taxed and the money used to take care of the less privileged as seen in UK

Why will Renewed hope and City boys movement be an NGO? Lols 😂😂😂😂

Political NGOs in a Failed Government...