Fatima Bago Media Team

𝙁𝙄𝙍𝙎𝙏 𝙇𝘼𝘿𝙔 𝙊𝙁 𝙉𝙄𝙂𝙀𝙍 𝙎𝙏𝘼𝙏𝙀 𝘾𝘼𝙇𝙇𝙎 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝘼𝙒𝘼𝙍𝙀𝙉𝙀𝙎𝙎, 𝙀𝘼𝙍𝙇𝙔 𝘿𝙀𝙏𝙀𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉, 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝘾𝙊𝙇𝙇𝙀𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙑𝙀 𝘼𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉

As the world marks World Cancer Day, the Wife of the Executive Governor of Niger State, Her Excellency, Hajiya Fatima Mohammed Bago, has called on individuals, families, communities, and institutions to unite in the fight against cancer through awareness, early detection, prevention, and compassionate support for those affected.

The Wife of the Governor described cancer as a human challenge that touches families, livelihoods, and communities, stressing that many cancer-related deaths can be prevented through timely screening, accurate information, and access to quality healthcare.

"Cancer does not discriminate. It cuts across age, gender, and social status. However, with the right knowledge, early diagnosis, and collective responsibility, many lives can be saved,” she stated.

Hajiya Fatima Bago emphasized the importance of breaking the culture of silence, fear, and stigma often associated with cancer, particularly breast and cervical cancers, which continue to affect women disproportionately. She encouraged women to prioritize regular medical check-ups and screenings, noting that early detection remains one of the most effective tools in cancer management.

She also commended healthcare workers, caregivers, and organizations working tirelessly to provide care and support to cancer patients, acknowledging their dedication and compassion in the face of immense challenges.In line with the vision of the Executive Governor of Niger State, His Excellency, Farmer Governor Umar Mohammed Bago, to strengthen healthcare delivery and promote preventive health practices across the state, The Wife of the Governor reaffirmed her commitment to supporting initiatives that improve cancer awareness, access to screening, and community-based health education.

She urged the public to use World Cancer Day as a moment of reflection and action, by learning more about cancer risks, supporting those living with the disease, and advocating for stronger health systems.

𝑆𝑖𝑔𝑛𝑒𝑑,
Hadiza Maikano-Sani
𝐶ℎ𝑖𝑒𝑓 𝑃𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑠 𝑆𝑒𝑐𝑟𝑒𝑡𝑎𝑟𝑦 𝑡𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑊𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐹𝑎𝑟𝑚𝑒𝑟 𝐺𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑛𝑜𝑟 𝑜𝑓 𝑁𝑖𝑔𝑒𝑟 𝑆𝑡𝑎𝑡𝑒.
04- 02- 2026

𝙉𝙄𝙂𝙀𝙍 𝙎𝙏𝘼𝙏𝙀 𝙁𝙄𝙍𝙎𝙏 𝙇𝘼𝘿𝙔 𝙎𝘼𝙇𝙐𝙏𝙀𝙎 𝙉𝙄𝙂𝙀𝙍𝙄𝘼 ’𝙨 𝙁𝘼𝙇𝙇𝙀𝙉 𝙃𝙀𝙍𝙊𝙀𝙎 𝙊𝙉 𝘼𝙍𝙈𝙀𝘿 𝙁𝙊𝙍𝘾𝙀𝙎 𝙍𝙀𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙍𝘼𝙉𝘾𝙀 𝘿𝘼𝙔

The First Lady of Niger State, Hajiya Fatima Mohammed Bago, has joined Nigerians across the nation in commemorating Armed Forces Remembrance Day, observed annually on January 15, to honour the courage, sacrifice, and patriotism of members of the Nigerian Armed Forces.

In a Press Statement issued to mark the occasion, the First Lady paid glowing tribute to fallen heroes who laid down their lives in defence of Nigeria’s unity, peace, and sovereignty, as well as to serving officers who continue to protect the nation at great personal risk.

She further called on Nigerians to continue supporting the Armed Forces through prayers, patriotism, and unity, stressing that national peace and development are collective responsibilities.

Hajiya Fatima Mohammed Bago also reaffirmed the commitment of the Office of the First Lady of Niger State to initiatives that promote peacebuilding, social cohesion, and the welfare of families of fallen and serving security personnel across the state.

As the nation reflects on the significance of this day, the First Lady urged citizens, especially the younger generation, to uphold the values of sacrifice, service, and love for country exemplified by Nigeria’s Armed Forces.

𝑆𝑖𝑔𝑛𝑒𝑑,
𝐻𝑎𝑑𝑖𝑧𝑎 𝐴𝑏𝑑𝑢𝑙𝑙𝑎ℎ𝑖 𝑀𝑎𝑖𝑘𝑎𝑛𝑜
𝐶ℎ𝑖𝑒𝑓 𝑃𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑠 𝑆𝑒𝑐𝑟𝑒𝑡𝑎𝑟𝑦 𝑡𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑊𝑖𝑓𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐹𝑎𝑟𝑚𝑒𝑟 𝐺𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑛𝑜𝑟 𝑜𝑓 𝑁𝑖𝑔𝑒𝑟 𝑆𝑡𝑎𝑡𝑒.
15- 01 - 2026