Remi Tinubu Advocates Early Detection, Treatment Of Tuberculosis
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has urged Nigerians to take tuberculosis (TB) seriously and seek early medical intervention, highlighting that delayed treatment continues to result in unnecessary loss of lives.
In a statement issued to mark World Tuberculosis Day 2025, Senator Tinubu emphasized that TB is both preventable and curable, but only if diagnosed early and treated promptly. She stressed the importance of recognizing the symptoms and seeking medical help without delay.
“If you have a persistent cough lasting more than two weeks, unexplained weight loss, night sweats, or fever, please visit the nearest health facility for free TB testing and treatment,” she advised. “TB is curable, and early treatment saves lives.”
Senator Tinubu, who holds the title of National and Global Stop TB Champion, shared a personal connection to the issue, revealing that she had once lost a close friend to the disease. “This is a painful reminder that TB remains a major health threat, especially when it goes undiagnosed and untreated,” she said.
In line with this year’s theme, “Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver”, she underscored the need for strong political will, investment in proven solutions, and increased access to life-saving interventions in the battle against TB. She called on Nigerians to unite behind the national response to the epidemic, stating: “Together, Yes! We Can End TB. Let us commit, invest, and deliver on this promise for a healthier and TB-free Nigeria.”
World Tuberculosis Day is observed annually on March 24 to raise awareness about the devastating health, social, and economic consequences of TB, while stepping up global efforts to end the epidemic.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), TB remains one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide, despite being both preventable and curable.
