Across Nigeria, countless health facilities continue to face critical shortages of safe and sufficient blood, an often overlooked but urgent public health crisis that endangers the lives of mothers during childbirth, children battling illness, and accident victims in need of emergency care. We must act decisively to change this narrative by investing in systems that guarantee equitable access and by…
In Lomé, Togo, for a regional workshop with fellow parliamentarians, where we are strengthening our role in ensuring adequate health financing and unlocking the demographic dividend across ECOWAS. A healthier population is key to a stronger, more prosperous West Africa. SENATOR DR. IPALIBO HARRY BANIGO, SENATOR OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA
At the commissioning ceremony of the renovated and furnished Principal’s and Vice Principal’s quarters at Degema National High School, Senator Banigo reaffirmed her commitment to enhancing the educational pursuits of our children and providing better living conditions for staff. SENATOR DR. IPALIBO HARRY BANIGO, SENATOR OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA
The Chairman of the 10th Senate Committee on Health, Senator Dr. Ipalibo Harry Banigo, officially declared the WHX Lagos and WHX Labs Lagos 2025 event open, setting the tone for the three-day experience. In her remarks, the Harvard-trained Public Health Physician highlighted the importance of public-private integration in creating a sustainable healthcare system for all Nigerians and commended WHX for…
Senator Dr. Banigo applauds the unwavering dedication and resilience of Nigeria’s healthcare professionals across the nation. In a statement, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Health (Secondary and Tertiary) passionately advocates for the welfare, well-being, and security of healthcare and medical practitioners as priority recognizing their invaluable position, and contribution to the overall wellbeing and progress of the nation.…
In a statement to mark the 2025 World Immunization Week, Banigo said the theme, “Immunization for All is Humanly Possible,” presents a global opportunity to rally collective support for expanding routine immunization coverage across the nation. Sen Dr. Banigo emphasized that this is a crucial moment to raise awareness, as more than 2 million children remain unimmunized in Nigeria, leaving…
At the wedding ceremony of Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe’s son, the former Deputy Governor of Abia State, and the Senator representing Abia South Senatorial District. Congratulations to the newlywed couple! I wish them a lifetime of love, happiness, and God’s guidance as they build their life together. SENATOR DR. IPALIBO HARRY BANIGO, SENATOR OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA
At the 2025 First Parliamentary Seminar and First Extra Ordinary Session of the Parliament in Lagos, Nigeria. The seminar’s topic, “ECOWAS at 50 , Parliament at 25: Reflections of the Community Parliament toward attaining Regional Integration,” was particularly insightful. The Extra-ordinary Session was a significant event, as it focused on adopting the 2025 work plan of the Parliament and amendments…
Today, on International Women’s Day, I stand in solidarity with our women, support groups, and advocates who tirelessly work to dismantle systemic barriers that women from all backgrounds face in their personal and professional lives, including in political leadership positions. I salute our women across the nation who remain true to their values, demonstrating hard work, compassion, and integrity in…
PRESS RELEASE SENATOR DR. IPALIBO HARRY BANIGO ADVOCATES FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE IN BONNY The Chairman Senate Committee on Health, (Secondary & Tertiary), Senator Dr. Ipalibo Harry Banigo, has reaffirmed another commitment to her people as she continues to advance healthcare accessibility in Rivers West Senatorial District. The Rivers West lawmaker addressed stakeholders at the public hearing…