Nigeria’s First Lady has taken a major step in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) by commissioning new molecular diagnostic machines that will improve early detection and treatment across the country.

At the commissioning event, which she was represented at by the First Lady of Kwara State, Olufolake AbdulRazaq, the First Lady stressed that although TB is completely curable, many Nigerians still die from the disease due to a lack of timely and accurate diagnosis.

The newly launched machines will be distributed nationwide, with priority given to rural and underserved communities. These advanced diagnostic tools are expected to speed up TB testing, reduce misdiagnosis, and help more patients begin treatment sooner.

This latest effort is part of the First Lady’s commitment to eliminating TB in Nigeria by 2030. Over the last two years, she has supported this mission with a 2 billion naira donation to improve healthcare infrastructure and TB response.

Her leadership continues to inspire hope in the push toward a healthier, TB-free Nigeria.