By Hussaini Yero, Funtua Gusau – The First Lady of Zamfara State, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, on Monday spearheaded a large-scale medical o...
By Hussaini Yero, Funtua
Gusau – The First Lady of Zamfara State, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, on Monday spearheaded a large-scale medical outreach at the Emir’s Palace in Gusau, providing free healthcare services to residents as part of the 2025 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The initiative targeted men, women, and children, offering essential medical care to underserved communities.
According to a statement by Rabi Yusuf, Press Secretary to the First Lady, the outreach featured free screenings, consultations, and treatment for common illnesses including malaria, typhoid, hypertension, diabetes, and cholera. Beneficiaries also received expert referrals and complimentary medications to address their health needs.
Addressing participants, Hajiya Huriyya emphasized that access to healthcare is a fundamental right. She highlighted the commitment of the Huriyya Dauda Lawal Initiative to bridging healthcare gaps in underserved communities, ensuring that all residents, regardless of age or gender, receive quality medical attention.
The First Lady commended Governor Dauda Lawal for declaring a State of Emergency on Health, describing it as a pivotal step toward strengthening the state’s health system. She also lauded the Association of Resident Doctors, Zamfara State Chapter, for their partnership and professionalism in supporting the outreach. Dr. Ibrahim Muhammad Dauran, President of the Association, expressed gratitude to the First Lady, noting that last year’s event reached over 1,700 beneficiaries.
His Royal Highness, Sarkin Katsinan Gusau, Alhaji Abdulkadir Ibrahim Bello, in a goodwill message, thanked Hajiya Huriyya for prioritizing the health needs of vulnerable groups and extending services to men. The outreach forms part of a broader campaign promoting health, community service, and advocacy, including school sensitization, online safety workshops, and grassroots engagement sessions.
Hajiya Huriyya urged residents to maintain good sanitation practices, stressing that a clean environment is essential to preventing disease outbreaks. She concluded by thanking all partners and volunteers for their support and prayed for continued peace and prosperity in Zamfara State.
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