“The medical supplies are earmarked for over a dozen beneficiary communities, including: Kuchi Goro, Gida Magoro, Nyanya, Mabushi, Karshi, Kabusa, Garki Village, Gwagwa, Gosa, Karu, Karmo, Jiwa, Piwoyi, Karonmajiji, Orozo, Lugbe, Gui, and Jahi.”
By Olawale Lamina
In a significant gesture of international cooperation and humanitarian support, the Abuja Municipal Area Council ,AMAC), on Friday announced the receipt of a major donation of medical supplies and hospital equipment from the City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, under the Milwaukee–Abuja Sister City Initiative.
A statement by the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Public Affairs to the Executive Chairman AMAC, Kingsley Madaki confirmed that the vital consignment was presented to the Council on November 27, 2025.
The donation, according to the statement, includes hospital beds, diagnostic tools, surgical equipment, and protective materials specifically aimed at strengthening and improving healthcare delivery across Abuja’s municipal wards.
The initiative was coordinated by Milwaukee Action Network, Inc. (MANI) and sourced through the Wisconsin Medical Project (WMP), a U.S.-based humanitarian organization, with facilitation by Drs. Francis Ayo Obuseh and Dele Ojelabi.
It informed that the medical supplies were earmarked for over a dozen beneficiary communities, including: Kuchi Goro, Gida Magoro, Nyanya, Mabushi, Karshi, Kabusa, Garki Village, Gwagwa, Gosa, Karu, Karmo, Jiwa, Piwoyi, Karonmajiji, Orozo, Lugbe, Gui, and Jahi.
Justifying the benefits to the targeted communities, the statement added that, “These areas, located across AMAC’s suburbs and rural settlements, are home to thousands who often face challenges accessing nearby hospitals or affording treatment in general hospitals.”
Receiving the donation, Honourable Christopher Zakka Maikalangu, Executive Chairman of AMAC, commended the people and government of Milwaukee for their generosity and enduring friendship.
The Executive Chairman was accompanied by key members of his delegation, including: Hon Mathew Yare, Speaker AMAC, Hon. Foaye Tunji Toye, Supervisory Councillor , Hon. Ibrahim Maikalangu, SA ICT/Civil Society
Hon. Emeka Orji, Chief of Staff, AMAC
Special Adviser to the Executive Chairman on Politics and other Matters, amongst others.
Hon Maikalangu said, “This donation is a strong symbol of partnership and solidarity.
“It will directly benefit our communities, especially those most in need, and we are profoundly grateful to Milwaukee Action Network, Dr. Bernard Micke, and the Wisconsin Medical Project for this life-changing gesture.”
Following his remarks, the AMAC Chairman formally presented the medical supplies and equipment to Dr. Samuel Adudu, Director of Primary Health Care (PHC) AMAC, who received the items on behalf of all AMAC health facilities.
Dr. Adudu expressed appreciation, noting that the supplies would significantly improve service delivery, particularly in hard-to-reach communities.
The Coordinator of the Milwaukee–Abuja Sister City Initiative and Milwaukee Action Network emphasized that the partnership’s impact extends beyond healthcare.
The event successfully raised public awareness on the Milwaukee–Abuja Sister City partnership and the broader opportunities available through Sister Cities International USA.
Meanwhile, the upcoming joint initiatives include: Scholarship Programs/Education Exchange
Firefighter Skill Exchange
Technology Transfer Initiatives Cultural Exchange Trade Mission.
The AMAC delegation also used the occasion to brief the public on their recent successful visit to the United States, including meetings with Milwaukee’s Mayor Cavalier Johnson and his Cabinet, and the substantial progress of ongoing projects linking both cities.
However, the organizers extended deep appreciation to several key Nigerian government officials whose essential support and timely actions made the project possible. They include the Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, the Honourable Minister of State, FCT, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, the Honourable Minister of Finance, Mr. Adebayo Olawale Edun, for granting import waiver on medical equipment.
The organizers also commended the Honourable Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, for his waiver support lette, while
extending special thanks to Hon. Christopher Zakka Maikalangu, the Executive Chairman of AMAC, for his exemplary leadership and unwavering collaboration with MANI and the Madison-based Wisconsin Medical Project through Sister Cities International USA.
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