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FG Unveils Brain Health Desk, Moves to Develop Nigeria’s First National Brain Health Agenda
22 July, 2026-The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has announced plans to establish a Brain Health Desk under the National Mental Health Programme and commence the development of Nigeria's first National Brain Health Agenda as part of efforts to improve prevention, diagnosis, treatment and long-term care for neurological…
FG Launches Flagship Development Programmes to Deepen Economic Recovery, Reduce Poverty, Strengthen Human Capital, and PHCs.
-Health Ministry AccomplishesTinubu's Health Commitments: Says Pate. The Federal Government has launched a suite of flagship development programmes aimed at consolidating Nigeria's economic recovery, accelerating poverty reduction, strengthening human capital development and Primary Healthcare Centres as well as enhancing community resilience across the country. Speaking on behalf of President Bola…
FG Launches National Food Procurement Guidelines to Promote Healthy Diets, Nutrition and National Wellness
…Says Government Procurement Must Drive Healthier Food Systems and Better Public Health Outcomes The Federal Government has launched the National Guidelines for Public Procurement of Food and Related Services, describing the initiative as a transformative policy that will reposition public procurement as a strategic instrument for improving nutrition, strengthening food…
FG Targets 30% Reduction in Cancer Burden by 2030, Advocates Stronger Pan-African Collaboration
Abuja, July 10, 2026-The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to reducing Nigeria's cancer burden by at least 30 per cent by 2030 through strengthened prevention, early detection, treatment, research, innovation and strategic partnerships. The Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, gave the…
FG Calls for Balanced, Evidence-Based Approach to Drug Control, Commits to Strengthening Prevention, Treatment and Access to Essential Medicines
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing a balanced, evidence-based and human-centred approach to drug control that integrates public health, security, prevention, treatment and access to essential controlled medicines for patients with legitimate medical needs. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, CON,…
FG Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainable Financing for Critical Care Services.
Salako Calls for Public-private Collaboration. The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening emergency and intensive care services across the country through sustainable healthcare financing, expanded health insurance coverage, improved infrastructure, workforce development, and stronger collaboration among stakeholders. The Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr.…
Nigeria| FG Reaffirms Commitment to Eliminate Cervical Cancer, Targets Stronger Screening and Treatment Ahead of 2030
4/7/2027 Abuja-The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating cervical cancer as a public health problem by 2030 through expanded HPV vaccination, improved screening services, strengthened treatment capacity, and increased domestic investment in cancer prevention and control. The Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq…
HEALTH SECTOR RENEWAL: THE FACTS, THE PROGRESS, THE COMMITMENT
3 July,2026-Recent public commentary on Nigeria’s health sector has raised important concerns about health workforce shortages, infrastructure, healthcare financing, the migration of skilled professionals and access to quality care. These are real challenges. They are also the very reasons the Federal Government is implementing far-reaching reforms to strengthen Nigeria’s health…
FG Records Major Gains in Health Sector Renewal, Approves N32.8 Billion BHCPF Disbursement to States
27 June, 2026-The Federal Government has recorded significant milestones in the implementation of the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (NHSRII), with notable improvements in primary healthcare delivery, health insurance coverage, maternal and child health, emergency medical services, and disease preparedness nationwide. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare…