The Federal Government has signed two crucial letters of intent with Siemens Healthineers, its Nigerian partner Tanit Medical Engineering, and Abbott Laboratories GmbH, aimed at enhancing healthcare access and capacity in Nigeria.
The Federal Government has restated it's commitment to adopting result oriented approach that alligns with the goal of Universal Health Coverage, to reduce out-of-pocket expenditure and impoverishment from healthcare spending.
The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Daju Kachollom mni, has described corruption as a scourge hindering economic growth, eroding trust and, perpetuating inequality.
The mandate of the Federal of Ministry of Health is to develop and implement policies that strengthen the national health system for effective, efficient, accessible and affordable delivery of healthcare services in partnership with other stakeholders.