Nigeria’s healthcare sector set for major growth, says WHX
Nigeria’s healthcare industry is on track for significant expansion, with projections estimating a market value of $161.7 million by 2027. The organisers of the World Health Expo Lagos 2026, Informa Markets, highlighted ongoing investments and initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure and specialised care. The Federal Ministry of Health and the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority are playing key roles in driving these advancements. Stakeholders see the upcoming expo as a vital platform to foster investment and collaboration in the sector.
TLDR
- The World Health Expo Lagos 2026 will feature leadership forums, including the Healthcare Market Access and Policy Forum on June 2, the Hospital Investment and Buyer Forum on June 3, and the Heads of Laboratory Forum on June 4.
- Nigeria’s healthcare market is projected to reach $161.7 million by 2027, with a 7.1% growth rate.
- The Federal Ministry of Health has committed about $1.2 billion to infrastructure and workforce improvements.
- Nigeria leads West Africa’s medical device market, which is expected to grow from $414.8 million in 2025 to $632.48 million by 2030.
- The expo at the Landmark Centre, Lagos, is expected to attract over 500 exhibitors, more than 8,000 professionals from over 40 countries, and about 30 speakers.
