Ogun Records West Africa’s First Tele-Robotic Surgery as South-East Investment Question Emerges

Redeemer’s Health Village in Mowe, Ogun State, has performed what is described as West Africa’s first tele-robotic surgery. A surgeon in Ogun remotely operated on a patient in Abuja, more than 500 kilometres away. The project reportedly involved a $4 million investment in robotic surgical technology. It has also received Federal Government backing, including plans for a Robotic Surgery Academy. The development raises questions about access to specialised healthcare across Nigeria. Should the Federal Government support advanced medical centres, research and health technology facilities in all six geopolitical zones?

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