Former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, along with former Head of State, retired General Abdulsalami Abubakar, have called on Nigeria Government to adopt technology-driven healthcare solutions as a strategy to improve access and reduce disparities in the Country’s health system.
Speaking at the launch of the Care365 Health Hub on Tuesday in Abuja, Abubakar urged the Federal Government and citizens to support the initiative, describing it as a step towards addressing Nigeria’s persistent healthcare challenges.
Abubakar said the Hub provides a practical way to deliver affordable and accessible care to Nigerians, particularly in underserved areas.
“We are here not just to launch a product, but to send a message—that every Nigerian life matters,” Abubakar said. “Technology, when used with purpose, can save lives.”
He recalled his travels across the country, where he witnessed families forced to choose between basic needs and healthcare, and recounted stories of mothers who lost babies due to the lack of nearby health facilities.
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Describing the Care365 Health Hub as more than a digital tool, Abubakar called it “healthcare with heart.” The platform offers telemedicine, health education, screening services, mental health support, and AI-powered diagnostics, accessible through mobile apps and solar-powered kiosks.
He noted that the system was designed to reach a broad range of Nigerians, including professionals in Abuja, farmers in Adamawa, traders in Onitsha, and displaced persons in IDP camps.
Abubakar praised the developers of Care365, referring to them as “not just innovators, but healers,” and called for long-term support. He expressed hope that every community in Nigeria would eventually have a Care365 kiosk providing essential services.
“I look forward to the day when every community can say, ‘We have a Care365 kiosk down the road, and it’s saving lives,’” he said.
But, Olusegun Obasanjo described the initiative as a “social justice tool,” a “game changer,” and a form of “health security.” He stressed that healthcare must no longer be a privilege limited to a few.
“Millions of Nigerians still walk long distances to access basic care. Many die from preventable conditions,” Obasanjo said. “This product is not just a technological tool—it’s a statement that every Nigerian deserves care, regardless of location or income”.
He commended the design of the smart kiosks, which function as mini-clinics equipped with AI, telemedicine connectivity, and trained community health workers. He also urged both Federal and State Governments to integrate Care365 into the national primary healthcare system.
Also speaking, Goodluck Jonathan linked the initiative to global digital trends and emphasised the need to support young Nigerians developing homegrown technology solutions.
“This is an opportunity to support our young tech talents in building local solutions that move the country forward,” Jonathan said.
Muhammad Ali Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, said the Hub aligns with the Bola Tinubu administration’s four-pillar health reform agenda: improved governance, better health outcomes, unlocking the healthcare value chain, and ensuring health security.
“This Hub addresses one of our longstanding challenges providing affordable, accessible care to all Nigerians, especially in underserved areas,” Pate said. “Digital technology is central to achieving these reforms.”
Ngozi Odumuko, Executive Director of the Care365 Health Hub, said the platform is the first of its kind in Nigeria.
He explained that it connects local and international healthcare providers in a single ecosystem, enabling real-time access to care across regions and income levels.
