Nigeria to expand specialised healthcare services nationwide
Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Health has announced new steps to improve healthcare access across the country. Professor Muhammad Ali Pate and his team are focusing on expanding advanced diagnostics, oncology, and cardiology services. The ministry is also working to strengthen Nigeria’s role in tackling global health issues, including antimicrobial resistance. Partnerships with organisations like the International Finance Corporation and the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority are central to these efforts.
Highlights
- The Federal Ministry of Health aims to make advanced medical services more accessible throughout Nigeria.
- A strategic agreement has been signed with the International Finance Corporation, Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority, and MedServe to accelerate the rollout of affordable diagnostics, oncology, and cardiology services.
- The initiative includes expanding diagnostic centres and developing specialised oncology and cardiac care facilities in multiple locations.
- Nigeria is preparing to host the High-Level Ministerial Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance in Abuja, with efforts led by Professor Muhammad Ali Pate.
- The ministry emphasises public–private collaboration and inter-ministerial coordination to address challenges like antimicrobial resistance and improve health outcomes.
