As Nigeria commemorates World Malaria Day 2025, First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has issued a passionate appeal for a renewed national commitment to end malaria in Nigeria. She described the disease as a public health crisis that demands a united, urgent response.
In a statement marking the global observance, the First Lady called on government institutions, private sector stakeholders, health workers, NGOs, and local leaders to rise to the challenge. “Malaria ends with us, with our voices, our choices, and our actions,” she stated.
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Tinubu’s call comes in alignment with this year’s World Malaria Day theme, “Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite.” She said the theme embodies a message of hope and a rallying cry for Nigeria to increase investments in prevention, treatment, and awareness campaigns.
“Environmental action must go hand-in-hand with medical solutions,” she added, urging Nigerians to maintain clean surroundings and eliminate stagnant water where mosquitoes breed. This, she said, is crucial in reducing malaria transmission.
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The First Lady who is keen to end malaria in Nigeria also spotlighted Nigeria’s heavy burden, noting that the country still records the highest malaria cases globally. “This is not just a health issue. It’s a national emergency,” she said, calling for sustained efforts to reverse the trend.
She acknowledged the Tinubu administration’s ongoing commitment to improving public health, especially in tackling diseases that disproportionately affect vulnerable groups, including children and pregnant women.
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World Malaria Day, observed every April 25, serves as a reminder of the deadly toll malaria continues to exact across Africa. In Nigeria, it remains one of the leading causes of mortality, making the First Lady’s call not just timely, but vital.
She further encouraged more public-private partnerships, expanded access to mosquito nets and antimalarial drugs, and consistent community education to keep the fight alive at the grassroots level.
