On September 27, 2026, the palace of His Royal Highness, the Emir of Fika and Chairman of the Yobe State Council of Traditional Rulers, hosted a comprehensive one-day medical outreach programme by the Baba Malam Wali (BMW) Foundation. The initiative aimed to alleviate healthcare challenges faced by the local population. The outreach programme provided critical medical services to hundreds of residents, targeting 200 adult patients and 50 paediatric cases, offering consultations and treatment for various ailments.
The BMW Foundation extended vital support to 100 pregnant women, providing free antenatal care, essential delivery kits, ultrasound scans, and nutritional supplements. The delegation from the BMW Foundation was warmly received at the palace by Barrister Baba Kura Ba’aba, the Zarma Kura of Fika, on behalf of His Royal Highness. The event featured a series of goodwill messages from distinguished guests and officials.
Several notable speakers, including the Grand Patron of the BMW Foundation, Alhaji Lawan Abba Shettima, and Professor Adam M. Mustapha Jatkawi, Chief Imam of Yobe State University Teaching Hospital, lauded the foundation’s commitment to public health. They underscored the importance of community-led health interventions in complementing government efforts.
The speakers urged the beneficiaries to prioritize their well-being and thanked the Emir for providing the platform for the outreach to succeed. The atmosphere at the palace was one of immense gratitude as beneficiaries praised the BMW Foundation for the timely intervention. Many patients expressed relief, noting that the free delivery kits and diagnostic services significantly eased their financial burden.
The successful exercise serves as a testament to the Baba Malam Wali Foundation’s dedication to grassroots development and its resolve to ensure that quality healthcare remains accessible to vulnerable members of the Potiskum community. The foundation’s efforts aim to bridge the healthcare gap in the region.
The BMW Foundation’s initiative is a significant step towards addressing healthcare challenges in Potiskum. By providing free healthcare services, the foundation is making a positive impact on the lives of residents. The outreach programme is a demonstration of the foundation’s commitment to improving the well-being of the local population.
The Baba Malam Wali Foundation’s medical outreach programme in Potiskum is a notable example of community-led health initiatives. The programme’s success highlights the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing healthcare needs in Nigeria. The foundation’s dedication to public health is evident in its continued efforts to provide accessible healthcare services to those in need.
Key points
- The Baba Malam Wali Foundation provided free healthcare services to 200 adult patients and 50 paediatric cases in Potiskum.
- The foundation also provided vital support to 100 pregnant women, including free antenatal care and essential delivery kits.
- The outreach programme was conducted in collaboration with local officials and traditional leaders, including the Emir of Fika and the Zarma Kura of Fika.
