The Nigerian Medical Association on Tuesday made a call for the need to track the funds released for health care services in the country.
The President of the Association, Professor Innocent Ujah, made the call in Abuja during a press briefing held to flag-off the 2021 Physician week.
Ujah who was represented by the Chairman, FCT chapter of the NMA, Dr. Enema Amodu also called on the government to pay special attention to health care service deliverers.
He said “It is pertinent to track the release and use of funds released for healthcare services at the Federal, state and local government level. Government should also intensify its efforts in the Public-Private Policy initiative.
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“Similarly, the Government should also pay attention to The health workers welfare including the commensurate payment of hazard allowance be implemented without further delay. Doing all these will definitely renew confidence, commitment and dedication to the delivery of quality healthcare to Nigerian people,’’ he said.
He also condemned the kidnapping and killing of doctors and other health workers by insurgents in Anambra state, adding that government must do all it can to rescue the kidnapped victims.
He urged the government to ensure the security and safety of health workers as well as every other Nigerian, calling on state governments owing doctors their salary and allowance to pay to prevent further frustration among the workforce.
Also speaking, Vice Chairman, NMA FCT, Dr. Maureen Umemnwo-Umeakuewu, said the 2021 Annual Physician Week would be commemorated with free medical outreach in all its branches.
