FG Restates Commitment to Safety of Maternal, Newborn 

Onyebuchi Ezigbo in Abuja 

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring safety and well-being of mothers and newborns across Nigeria.

Following a successful delivery of a set of quadruplets at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abeokuta, Ogun State, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, said that government is determined to provide quality healthcare services for Nigerians.

The delivery involved a set of quadruplets born to Mrs. Mufiat Olateju, who was referred to the tertiary health facility while already in labour.

A statement signed by Assistant Director, Information and Public Relations, Ado Bako, said that Salako upon receiving a briefing on the situation, directed the management of FMC Abeokuta to ensure that the mother and the babies receive comprehensive medical care, monitoring and support to safeguard their well-being.

“In line with his directive, the medical teams at the hospital promptly responded to the high-risk situation and successfully managed the delivery, stabilising both the mother and the newborns.

“Also, the hospital has commenced appropriate medical care for the mother and the newborns while providing counselling and psychosocial support to the family.”

The ministry  commended the professionalism of the medical team at FMC Abeokuta for their prompt and coordinated response in managing the delivery, adding that multiple births such as quadruplets are medically demanding and require specialised care and monitoring.

It also used the opportunity to emphasise the importance of early and consistent antenatal care for all pregnant women.

“Regular antenatal visits enable health professionals to detect and manage potential complications early, improve pregnancy outcomes and ensure safer deliveries for both mothers and babies,” Salako stressed.

The ministry further noted that postpartum counselling, including voluntary family planning services, remains an important component of maternal health care, helping families make informed decisions about birth spacing and overall family well-being.