Senate Passes Bill for Establishment of Federal Medical Centre, Gembu

The Nigerian Senate has passed the Federal Medical Centre Act (Amendment) Bill, which seeks to establish a Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Gembu, Taraba State.

The bill, which was passed on Wednesday, is sponsored by Senator Haruna Manu, who represents the Taraba Central Senatorial District.

The bill seeks to amend the Federal Medical Centres Act, 2022, to establish additional Federal Medical Centres in 2025.

This bill may be cited as the Federal Medical Centres Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025.

This marks a major legislative milestone for Taraba State and the entire North East geo-political zone.

Senator Manu described the passage of the bill as a breakthrough for a region that has long suffered from poor access to quality healthcare.

He explained that the people of Gembu and surrounding communities are often forced to travel to Jalingo, Yola, Gombe, or even Cameroon for advanced medical services. This leads to financial strain and high mortality rates due to delays. However, with this development, quality healthcare will now be within reach for the people of Taraba Central.

Senator Manu commended his colleagues for their support toward the passage of the bill.

The bill will now proceed to the House of Representatives for concurrence before being transmitted to the President for assent.

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