27/09/2025
I had the privilege of attending a high-level engagement on the state of Primary Health Care in Lagos. It was a unique opportunity to sit with youth advocates, health experts, and community leaders to deliberate on how we can make Primary Health Care stronger, accessible, and more effective for our people.
During the session, we spoke about why Primary Health Care is important to every family and every community. We reflected on the current realities of PHCs in Lagos, the services they provide, and the gaps that still exist. We also discussed the resilience of health workers, the challenges of infrastructure and trust, and the possibilities that lie in innovation, partnerships, and digital solutions.
For me, this was more than just another gathering. It was a platform to amplify the voices of ordinary people and to stress that Primary Health Care remains the backbone of our health system. If we strengthen PHCs, we will reduce the pressure on our hospitals and give every citizen a fair chance at quality care.
At the close of the engagement, I was certified as a Community Health Influencer and Youth Advocate alongside other passionate leaders. This recognition is a responsibility I take seriously. It is a call to stand in the gap for our communities, to promote health literacy, to advocate for better systems, and to ensure that every person can trust and access the health services they deserve.
I remain committed to this journey. Strengthening Primary Health Care means strengthening the very foundation of our society, and I will continue to use my voice and my platform to make that vision a reality.
E: Signed
COMR. Elijah Jagbadi (CEJ)
Pathfinder International
DYON Ojokoro HQ
