Health
Saboh’s generous birthday act lights up FMC Yenagoa
Written By: Alaba Lambert
28 Sep 2025 06:25 PM
Yenagoa, Bayelsa – In a touching act of philanthropy, Chief Hon. Seles Saboh marked his birthday on Saturday with a visit to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Yenagoa in Bayelsa, where he donated over 10 million naira to clear the medical bills of numerous patients.
The gesture, which has sparked widespread praise on social media, showcased the chief’s benevolence while shedding light on the persistent healthcare affordability crisis in the region.
According to a post by @BrayelaLayefa
on X earlier today, Chief Saboh went beyond settling hospital bills, personally distributing cash to new mothers and other patients in need.
Despite the significant financial contribution, the funds fell short of covering all outstanding medical expenses, a stark indicator of the economic burdens weighing on healthcare access in Bayelsa.
The FMC Yenagoa, one of the 24 Federal Medical Centres across Nigeria, serves as a critical healthcare hub, yet many patients struggle with escalating costs.
@BrayelaLayefa reflected, "That's to tell you how much people are suffering and spending on ill health. God bless him and I pray every patient receives their healing and financial support to foot their bills."
The sentiment was echoed across social media, with users expressing gratitude for the chief’s kindness and hope for broader solutions to the healthcare crisis.
This act of goodwill comes amid ongoing discussions about Nigeria’s healthcare system, where out-of-pocket payments constitute a significant portion of funding, even as Saboh’s intervention, while a temporary relief, underscores the urgent need for systemic reform.
Regardless, his birthday gesture has left an indelible mark on the Yenagoa community, offering a glimmer of hope to patients and families grappling with medical debts.
The gesture, which has sparked widespread praise on social media, showcased the chief’s benevolence while shedding light on the persistent healthcare affordability crisis in the region.
According to a post by @BrayelaLayefa
on X earlier today, Chief Saboh went beyond settling hospital bills, personally distributing cash to new mothers and other patients in need.
Despite the significant financial contribution, the funds fell short of covering all outstanding medical expenses, a stark indicator of the economic burdens weighing on healthcare access in Bayelsa.
The FMC Yenagoa, one of the 24 Federal Medical Centres across Nigeria, serves as a critical healthcare hub, yet many patients struggle with escalating costs.
@BrayelaLayefa reflected, "That's to tell you how much people are suffering and spending on ill health. God bless him and I pray every patient receives their healing and financial support to foot their bills."
The sentiment was echoed across social media, with users expressing gratitude for the chief’s kindness and hope for broader solutions to the healthcare crisis.
This act of goodwill comes amid ongoing discussions about Nigeria’s healthcare system, where out-of-pocket payments constitute a significant portion of funding, even as Saboh’s intervention, while a temporary relief, underscores the urgent need for systemic reform.
Regardless, his birthday gesture has left an indelible mark on the Yenagoa community, offering a glimmer of hope to patients and families grappling with medical debts.
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