By Henry Agbu, Jalingo

The National Orthopaedic Hospital, Jalingo, has taken delivery of a new ambulance provided by the Federal Government under the National Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (NEMSAS).

The Medical Director of the hospital, Prof. Chubado Tahir, unveiled the ambulance as part of efforts to strengthen emergency medical transportation, referral services and access to timely healthcare in Taraba State and the North-East region.

The NEMSAS initiative is designed to improve coordinated emergency response, patient transportation and referral services across the country.

Speaking at the unveiling, Prof. Tahir said the ambulance would enhance the hospital’s capacity to respond to emergencies, facilitate patient transfers and referrals, and support the delivery of essential medical services.

He expressed appreciation to the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, and the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, for their support towards improving healthcare delivery and emergency medical services.

The medical director said the hospital would ensure the effective utilisation of the ambulance to improve emergency response and patient care.

He added that the development was in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which places emphasis on strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare system and improving access to quality health services.

The management of the hospital reaffirmed its commitment to supporting federal government initiatives aimed at transforming the country’s healthcare sector and improving orthopaedic services for residents of Taraba State and beyond.