Reps seek free screening, subsidized cancer treatment for Nigerians

By Gift ChapiOdekina, AbujaThe House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to provide free screening and subsidized treatment for Nigerians suffering from all stages of cancer.The resolution followed the consideration and adoption of a motion during Wednesday’s plenary, sponsored by Mr. Aderemi Oseni, who represents Ibarapa Central/Ido Federal Constituency, Oyo State.While presenting the motion, the All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmaker described cancer as a major pub