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FG Unveils Plan to Establish Blood Collection Centres Across Nigeria

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To tackle blood shortages and ensure the availability of blood during medical emergencies and transfusions, the Federal Government has announced plans to establish Blood Collection Centres in all 774 local government areas, including the Federal Capital Territory(FCT).

According to a statement issued by the National Blood Service Agency (NBSA), the initiative is part of the government’s commitment to addressing blood shortages in the country and saving lives.

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Prof Saleh Yuguda, the Director-General of NBSA, stated that the agency is working tirelessly to ensure that blood needs are adequately addressed and that the initiative is an important step towards achieving that goal.

To kickstart the blood collection project, the FCT will host strategic blood collection facilities in easily accessible locations, which is expected to increase blood donation rates and ensure a steady supply of blood for medical purposes.

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The initiative has received support from the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), which has partnered with NBSA to establish a formidable blood bank at the Corp’s medical facility.

Deputy Commandant Emeka Okeke of the NSCDC praised the initiative, stating that it will play a vital role in addressing blood shortages and saving lives.

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