The Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, ATBUTH Bauchi, has cut down kidney dialysis prices by 70 per cent.
Disclosing the development in a press release issued on Wednesday, the Head, Public Relations Unit of the hospital, Usman Koli, explained that it is a bold step taken to address the financial challenges faced by patients.
Koli noted that the cost of the procedure has been reduced from ₦40,000 to an affordable ₦12,000 per session, offering relief to patients grappling with kidney-related ailments.
He stated, “The Chief Medical Director, Professor Yusuf Bara expressed optimism about the program’s impact.
“The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare had not only ensured the availability of consumables in large quantities but also provided a new dialysis machine to support the hospital’s efforts.
“This initiative showcases the government’s commitment to making quality healthcare accessible to all, especially during these trying times.”
According to him, over 45 beneficiaries have already accessed the subsidised services.
He emphasised that this initiative aligns with the hospital’s mission of providing affordable and high-quality healthcare while strengthening public trust in the healthcare system.
He assured the public that ATBUTH will continue to collaborate with the Federal Ministry of Health and other stakeholders to sustain and expand similar programs for the benefit of all citizens.
Reacting to the development, a kidney patient in the hospital Magaji Galadima expressed profound gratitude for the intervention.
Magaji said, “This program has brought hope to many of us who could not afford treatment before.
“It is truly life-changing.”