First Lady appoints Huriyya Lawal as FLAC secretary
By John Bassey
The Nigerian first lady, senator Oluremi Tinubu has appointed the wife of Zamfara state Governor, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal as the first secretary of the newly inaugurated health coalition team known as First Ladies Against Cancer (FLAC).
Her appointment followed the recent FLAC Cancer Support Donation Ceremony held at the Imo State House Asokoro, Abuja, where they deliberated on strengthening survivor services and promoting early detection campaigns across Nigeria.
According to the statement issued by Rabi’atu Yusuf, Senior Special Assistant, Media/Press Secretary to the Office of the First Lady of Zamfara State it was revealed that FLAC is a distinguished coalition of current and former First Ladies across Nigeria, committed to combat the menace of cancer through advocacy, early detection, and improved treatment access.
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FLAC stands as a beacon of collaborative action against one of the country’s most pressing health challenges. Through awareness campaigns, community mobilization, and policy advocacy, the coalition is helping to ensure that every Nigerian regardless of geography or means has access to early screening, accurate diagnosis, and quality treatment.
This appointment, reflects national recognition of Her Excellency, Hajiya Huriyya Lawal’s exceptional leadership, dedication and impact in the fight against cancer and her broader contributions to public health and community development.
Her Excellency’s track record in Zamfara State has been marked by hands on interventions that have touched the lives of many, particularly women and vulnerable groups.
A consistent advocate for accessible and equitable healthcare, Her Excellency Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal has distinguished herself through impactful initiatives that directly benefit the most vulnerable. Under her leadership, Zamfara State has witnessed free breast cancer screenings, awareness campaigns, and the full sponsorship of surgeries for over 100 cancer patients. Her personal donation of ₦3.5 million towards the treatment of indigent cancer patients reveals her compassionate and hands on approach to public health challenges.
As FLAC Secretary, Her Excellency’s leadership is expected to add fresh momentum to the coalition’s national outreach, including advocacy for inclusive healthcare policies, community driven interventions, and survivor centered care. Her appointment also signals greater involvement of Northern Nigeria in cancer related policy dialogue and service delivery.
The Abuja donation ceremony featured the presentation of financial support to two leading cancer support organizations that included Network of People Impacted by Cancer in Nigeria (NePICiN) and the Health & Psychological Trust Center, further demonstrating FLAC’s commitment to improving the lives of cancer patients and survivors.
Chairperson of FLAC and First Lady of Imo State, Her Excellency Barrister Chioma Hope Uzodimma, hailed the initiative as “a profound investment in life, dignity, and health equity.” She was joined by other prominent First Ladies including H.E. Lami Ahmadu Fintiri (Vice Chairperson, FLAC), H.E. Dr. Linda Ayade, H.E. Monica Ugwuanyi, H.E. Hajiya Zainab Nasir Idris, H.E. Agyin Kefas, and the new FLAC Secretary, H.E. Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal.
Her Excellency’s elevation to this national role not only highlights her rising profile in health advocacy but also reinforces Zamfara’s emerging leadership in women-led public health transformation.
