Katsina to Revolutionize Health Sector Through Partnership With UK Institute
Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State has concluded plans to revolutionize the healthcare sector in the state through a partnership with Wellcome Sanger Institute in the United Kingdom.
Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor in a statement made available to newsmen in Katsina on Friday, said the collaboration aims to establish a center of excellence to combat infectious diseases in the state.
The centre when fully established will be the first of its kind in the northern part of Nigeria dedicated to combating the various infectious diseases affecting the state.
“Founded to sequence the human genome, the Wellcome Sanger Institute today is a biomedical research center recognized globally for undertaking large-scale sciences that forms the foundation of knowledge in biology and medicine”.
It added that the Governor’s recent visit to Wellcome Sanger Institute showcased his commitment to improving healthcare and fostering international collaborations.
During the visit, the Governor was accompanied by Ibrahim Ingawa, a student and scholarship recipient from the Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA), Dr. Aliko Mohammed, a lecturer at Cambridge University, and Chatham House fellow.
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Dr. Martin Dougherty, the Chief Operating Officer of the institute, and Prof. Nicholas Robert Thomson, the institute’s Head of Parasites and Microbes Programme, while receiving the Governor and his entourage both provided valuable insights and assured their support to the realization of the centre.
“The Wellcome Sanger Institute at Cambridge is renowned for its expertise in research and its comprehensive approach to tackling infectious diseases”.
“The proposed center of excellence will address the pressing healthcare challenges faced by the northern region of Nigeria, specifically focusing on infectious diseases. Through strategic partnerships, the center will leverage the expertise of international and local researchers, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to develop sustainable solutions and strengthen the healthcare ecosystem in Katsina State”, the statement maintained.
Governor Radda, while responding, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, “This collaboration with the Wellcome Sanger Institute marks a significant milestone in our efforts to transform healthcare in Katsina State. By establishing a center of excellence, we will enhance our capacity to combat infectious diseases and improve the overall health outcomes of our citizens”.
We look forward to working closely with international experts and local stakeholders to achieve our shared vision.”
