Yilwatda’s rural roots inspire medical outreach in Taraba
Nentawe Yilwatda, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, has shared that his upbringing in a rural community influenced his decision to hold a medical outreach in Taraba State. Instead of a traditional birthday celebration, Yilwatda marked his 58th birthday by providing free medical care to vulnerable residents. The outreach included surgeries and dental procedures, aiming to address the healthcare needs of those who might otherwise struggle to afford treatment. Yilwatda emphasized the importance of leadership focused on improving lives and expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for supporting the initiative.
What we know
- Nentawe Yilwatda chose to celebrate his 58th birthday by launching the second phase of a medical outreach in Taraba State.
- The intervention has recorded over 300 surgeries and 572 dental procedures, with additional specialized treatments provided.
- Yilwatda highlighted that the outreach was inspired by his personal experience growing up in a rural community and understanding the challenges faced by vulnerable Nigerians.
- He expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for providing resources and praised medical personnel for their dedication.
- Yilwatda linked the outreach to broader issues of multidimensional poverty in Nigeria, stressing the need for improved infrastructure and access to basic services.
