Renowned Community Health Expert Offers Solutions to Nigeria's Healthcare Challenges

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Alhaji Abdulganiyu Oladiipo Bolaji, former National President of the National Community Health Practitioners of Nigeria, has identified key issues hindering Nigeria's healthcare sector.   

      

According to  Alhaji Bolaji, government inaction and lack of adherence to policies are significant obstacles . He noted that community health practitioners, crucial to grassroots healthcare, are insufficient in number Effective recruitment and proper training processes are essential to address this shortage.


Alhaji Bolaji also emphasized the importance of adhering to Nigeria's constitutional requirement that children start primary school at six years old, allowing for proper maturity. He stressed that early school entrance affects children's cognitive, affective, and psychomotor development ². This principle applies to all university courses, not just health-related ones.


Moreover, Alhaji Bolaji highlighted the significance of breastfeeding, citing the Quran's recommendation of two years. However, many mothers do not meet this standard. He criticized teachers who send their children to private schools, acknowledging that public schools require better funding and teacher care.


To revitalize public schools, Bolaji who is also a member of the National Governing Board of National Community Health Practitioners and moderator of so many health Practitioner's examinations  suggests sanctioning teachers who enroll their children in private schools. This will ensure public schools meet desired standards, and people will confidently send their children to these institutions.


Alhaji Bolaji's contributions to community health development have earned him an honorary doctorate degree from The Wesley University in Ondo, scheduled to be conferred on November 23rd ¹. His expertise and commitment to improving Nigeria's healthcare system are invaluable assets in addressing the country's healthcare challenges.

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