Tinubu’s reforms seen as slowing medical brain drain in Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu’s policies are reportedly helping to reduce the brain drain among Nigerian medical professionals, according to Minister Mohammed Idris. Speaking at Nile University’s MBBS attestation ceremony on June 5, 2025, Idris highlighted improvements in the country’s healthcare sector. He noted that more doctors are choosing to stay and work in Nigeria, and some who left are even returning. The government’s investments aim to make healthcare more accessible and world-class for Nigerians.
What we know
- Mohammed Idris praised Bola Tinubu’s efforts to retain medical talent and improve healthcare services as of June 5, 2025.
- New policies and funding are enhancing primary healthcare and medical industrialisation across Nigeria.
- Six oncology centres have been launched, and tertiary healthcare facilities are being rehabilitated.
- Some Nigerian medical professionals who previously left the country are now returning due to better working conditions.
- The government aims to provide affordable, top-quality treatments in Nigeria, reducing the need for citizens to seek care abroad.
