HB.1402·House of Representatives·introduced 26 May 2026·last action 2 months ago
Federal Medical Centre Jalingo (Establishment) Bill, 2018
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Overview
- Chamber
- House of Representatives
- Current stage
- Introduced
- Introduced
- 26 May 2026
- Last action
- 26 May 2026
Plain English
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The Federal Medical Centre Jalingo Establishment Bill, 2018, aims to establish a federal medical centre in Jalingo.
In plain English
This bill seeks to establish a federal medical centre in Jalingo, which will provide quality healthcare services to the people of Taraba State and its environs. The centre will be equipped with modern medical facilities and staffed by qualified healthcare professionals. The establishment of this centre is expected to improve the healthcare delivery system in the state and reduce the need for patients to travel to other states for medical treatment.
How it affects you
- As a resident of Taraba State, you will have access to quality healthcare services at the federal medical centre.
- If you are a healthcare professional, you may have job opportunities at the centre.
- The centre will also provide training opportunities for medical students and young healthcare professionals.
Arguments for
- The establishment of a federal medical centre in Jalingo will improve the healthcare delivery system in Taraba State.
- It will provide employment opportunities for healthcare professionals in the state.
Arguments against
- No arguments against the bill are available in the provided source.
Jargon buster
- Federal Medical Centre
- A hospital or healthcare facility owned and operated by the federal government.
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Timeline
- Introduced26 May 2026current
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