The wife of Katsina State Governor, Hajiya Fatima Dikko Radda, has donated ₦10m to support breast cancer patients receiving treatment at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Katsina.
The donation, made through her Pledging Aid Charity Foundation (PAC-F), is aimed at reducing the financial burden of treatment and ensuring that vulnerable patients are not denied medical care because of a lack of funds.
Speaking during the presentation of the cheque, Hajiya Fatima said the intervention was part of her commitment to supporting women battling breast cancer and other health challenges.
She said, “We are committed to supporting women battling breast cancer and ensuring they receive the necessary medical attention.
“We will continue to extend assistance to vulnerable patients facing different health challenges.”
The governor’s wife stressed the importance of sustained support, early detection and timely access to treatment, noting that they were critical to improving patients’ welfare and chances of recovery.
Receiving the donation on behalf of the Chief Medical Director, the Chairman of the hospital’s Health Advisory Committee, Dr Abdulfatah, commended Hajiya Fatima and the foundation for the gesture.
He said the donation would provide relief to patients struggling with the high cost of cancer treatment.
Abdulfatah also urged philanthropists, wealthy individuals and corporate organisations to support government efforts by assisting patients facing the financial demands of prolonged medical treatment.
He noted that contributions from individuals and organisations remained important in improving access to healthcare, particularly for vulnerable patients.
Similarly, the Chairman of the Foundation’s Health Committee, Dr Gaddafi Yusuf, disclosed that previous interventions by PAC-F had benefited nearly 100 cancer patients.
He said the beneficiaries received financial assistance for diagnosis, medication and treatment.
Yusuf assured that the foundation would sustain its humanitarian interventions, particularly efforts to remove financial barriers preventing vulnerable patients from accessing essential healthcare services.
