Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has called for collaborative effort to eliminate the malaria scourge in the country.
According to Mrs Bukola Kukoyi, the Media aide to the the First Lady in a statement issued on Friday in commemoration of the World Malaria Day.
“Today, on World Malaria Day 2025, we are reminded that malaria is not just a public health challenge for Nigeria, it is a national emergency.
“Nigeria bears the heaviest global burden of this disease. We must continue to work hard to reverse this trend.
The theme for this year, “Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite,” is both a call to action and a message of hope.
“It challenges us to renew our investment in life-saving interventions, increased awareness and to revive the collective commitment needed to end malaria once and for all.”
The First Lady noted that people should prioritize a healthy environment and also embrace personal hygiene to be immune from any form of illness and diseases.
“We should also ensure that our environment and surroundings are clean and free of stagnant water, which is a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
“I urge all government agencies, private sector partners, NGOs, health workers, and community leaders to recommit to the fight against malaria with urgency and resolve.
“Malaria ends with us, with our voices, our choices and our actions,” the first lady said.
