An instant logistic company, Zipline, completed its first medical drone deliveries to health facilities in Kaduna State.
Senior Vice President of Africa, Zipline, Mr. Daniel Marfo, said this in a statement in Lagos.
He said, “The initial flight mark the final stage of integration with the local health systems and validation with the regulatory authorities.
Marfo, who quoted Governor Nasir El-Rufai said that, Zipline had a proven track record of health system transformation.
Mrs Amina Mohammed Baloni, Commissioner for Health, Kaduna State, said, “Investment in the supply chain makes health systems more efficient, effective and equitable.
“Today’s flights are an important step toward ensuring people across Kaduna State have access to the care they need, precisely when and where they need it, to drive better health outcome and foster healthier communities.”
Dr. Olumuyiwa Aliu, Lifetime Goodwill Ambassador of International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and former President of ICAO Council said, “With more than 315,000 commercial deliveries worldwide, Zipline has built an impressive record of safe, reliable and impactful service.
“Soon, the company is expected to bring this game changing service to millions of people and bring us one step closer to a world where anyone can get whatever they need, whenever and wherever they need it.
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