The minister, who was represented by his Special Adviser on Research and Innovation, Dr. Lolade Adeyemi, noted that the milestone, being the first of its kind for a private hospital in Nigeria, represents a significant leap forward in Nigeria’s healthcare sector.
He said, “The inception of this residency programme is not merely an academic achievement, but a vital contribution towards addressing the critical shortage of oncology specialists in Nigeria.
“By providing first-class postgraduate training in clinical and radiation oncology, the hospital is playing a pivotal role in the collective mission to improve health outcomes for cancer patients, and advance the overall standard of medical care in Nigeria.”
The Minister commended the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre, Dr Modupe Elebute-Odunsi, for her visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to enhancing the capacity and quality of oncology care in Nigeria.
Meanwhile, in her remarks, Odunsi highlighted the need for more enlightenment to reduce people’s vulnerability and exposure to cancer.
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