Tag: #HealthFinancing
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WHO PRAISES NIGERIA’S RENEWED FOCUS ON UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE
The World Health Organization (WHO) has applauded Nigeria’s reinforced dedication to Universal Health Coverage (UHC), sustainable health financing, and workforce development as game-changers for strengthening the nation’s health system. Dr. Pavel Usu, WHO’s Representative in Nigeria, made the remarks during the 66th National Council on Health (NCH) opening in Calabar, highlighting the timely theme: “My…
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DIGITAL HEALTH & FINANCE TAKE CENTER STAGE IN NIGERIA’S PUSH FOR UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE
The Federal Government announced major strides in digital health and health financing as key parts of its plan to fast-track Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Nigeria. Speaking at the 66th National Council on Health in Calabar, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, shared exciting updates including 7.2 million Nigerians now…
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MENTAL HEALTH CARE IN NIGERIA AT RISK WITHOUT FUNDING AND FULL POLICY IMPLEMENTATION
Experts warn millions may lack mental health support unless Nigeria commits budget and reforms now. At the National Health Financing Policy Dialogue, experts emphasized the urgent need for dedicated funding and full rollout of the National Mental Health Act. Prof. Taiwo Sheikh lamented the absence of a mental health budget, while advocates called for a…
