Senate Passes Bill Seeking Establishment Of Federal Orthopaedics Hospital In Osun
The Nigerian Senate has passed the Orthopaedic Hospital Amendments Bill 2025 seeking to establish Federal Orthopaedic Hospital, Obokun Local Government of Osun State.
The passage took place at the plenary last Wednesday.
Orthopaedic hospitals are specialised medical facilities focused on the musculoskeletal system, which plays a crucial role in various functions of the human body.
The adoption followed the consideration of the report submitted by Senator Osita Ngwu (PDP-Enugu) on behalf of the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, Senator Ipalibo Banigo.
The approval comes one month after the bill was passed for third reading.
The bill, sponsored by Senator Francis Fadahunsi, aims to amend the Orthopaedic Hospitals Management Board Act and establish an orthopaedic hospital in Obokun community.
In her explanation, Senator Banigo said the bill will address orthopaedic disorders such as fractures, musculoskeletal conditions, and other related diseases that many people suffer from without adequate care.
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