I am honoured to announce my sponsorship of a landmark bill in the Senate, for the Establishment of a Federal Institute of Vision and Optical Research in Erema, Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni L.G.A, Rivers State. This pioneering institution will revolutionize vision and optical health research in Nigeria, marking a significant milestone as the first of its kind in the South-South Region. By addressing…
Sen. Dr Ipalibo Harry Banigo, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Health (Secondary & Tertiary) along with the Vice Chairman Sen. Samaila Dahuwa Kaila in an oversight visit to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital has observed the deplorable state of its infrastructure with a reference to its Accident and Emergency Unit; described as a Key Project begging for Urgent…
At the Ministerial Roundtable Meeting on Rethinking Malaria Elimination in Nigeria, I expressed my gratitude to the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Muhammad Pate, and the Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alaua, for convening this very crucial Ministerial Roundtable Meeting on Rethinking Malaria Elimination in Nigeria in a concerted effort…
The Micro Enterprise Empowerment Programme, spearheaded by Senator Banigo, has been hailed as timely and visionary, benefiting individuals from all eight local government areas within the Rivers West Senatorial District. The dedication of the newly built Micro Enterprise Empowerment Vocational Centre in Ahoada-East marked a significant milestone in the program’s implementation, furthering the senator’s vision for economic empowerment and development…
Senator Ipalibo Harry Banigo, Former Deputy Governor of the oil-rich Rivers State currently serves as the Senator Representing Rivers West Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly. Ipalibo, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, speaks with NASSNEWS on Her Legislative activities and national issues. NASSNEWS: Kindly give us a Brief Introduction of Yourself SENATOR IPALIBO HARRY BANIGO: My…
NASSNEWS: Can you compare civil service to being in politics? What is your experience? SENATOR IPALIBO: For me, my passion is service to the people. How can I improve the standard of living of my people, and the people I serve? How can I make life better for them? How can I get the youths to understand that they have…
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to God, His Excellency the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR), and the President of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Distinguished Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, for the auspicious occasion, inaugurated to serve, represent, and advance the collective aspirations of the 6th Legislature of the ECOWAS Parliament. SENATOR…
As the world observes World Oral Health Day today, I urge the public to prioritize regular Dental check-ups and adopt healthy Oral Hygiene practices towards achieving Universal Health Coverage. It is crucial to underscore that Oral Health is closely linked to our overall well-being, emphasizing the need to maintain good Oral Health to prevent systemic diseases. As Chairman of the…
Still commemorating the spirit of International Women’s Day, I am delighted to present the Labour Act (Amendment) Bill, 2024 for its First Reading. This proposed legislation reflects my steadfast commitment as Deputy Chairman of the @NGRSenate Committee on Women Affairs. Introduced is a bill to not only address existing inequalities but also pave the way for a more inclusive and…