The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has taken a significant step in the fight against cervical cancer by launching the first colposcopy centre in Abuja, located at the Wuse District General Hospital. The groundbreaking initiative is set to enhance early detection and treatment of the disease, marking a milestone in public healthcare delivery within the capital.
In a statement issued on Sunday, Mrs. Bola Ajao, Media Assistant to Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, the Mandate Secretary for Health Services and the Environment, highlighted the importance of this development. The state-of-the-art colposcopy machine, donated by the Nordica Fertility Centre Abuja, will enable healthcare providers to detect cervical abnormalities early and offer timely intervention.
While commissioning the facility, Dr. Fasawe described it as a game-changer for healthcare in the FCT. She noted that the centre will serve as a referral hub for both public and private hospitals across the territory. “This is the first colposcopy centre in FCT general hospitals, and it will provide an opportunity to ‘see and treat’ early changes in the cervix, ultimately helping to prevent cervical cancer,” she stated.
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Dr. Fasawe expressed gratitude to Nordica Fertility Centre for their generous contribution and called on other private organisations and stakeholders to join forces with the government to strengthen the healthcare system. She emphasized the critical role of early detection in combating cervical cancer, particularly during its 10–15 year pre-malignant phase, when intervention can be most effective.
She also encouraged women of reproductive age to prioritize regular screenings, such as Papanicolaou (Pap) smears and colposcopy, as these are proven methods for detecting and addressing precancerous changes. The new centre is expected to significantly increase access to these life-saving services, improving outcomes for countless women.
