LunagisthubA Boost for Nigeria’s Healthcare System
The National Assembly is taking significant steps to improve Nigeria’s healthcare system by increasing funding for primary healthcare. This move is part of a broader effort to strengthen the country’s health sector, with the Budget Ministry projecting higher revenues and local governments committing to community healthcare.
The Senate Committee on Health Chair, Ipalibo Banigo, announced plans to amend the Basic Health Care Provision Fund Act to double funding allocation from 1% to 2% of the Consolidated Revenue Fund. This increase will likely have a positive impact on primary healthcare centers, workforce capacity, access to medicines, and immunization and maternal health programs nationwide.
The 2nd Joint Annual Review of the health sector, themed “All Hands, One Mission: Bringing the Nigerian Health System to Light,” highlights the importance of collaboration and dedication to delivering quality healthcare across Nigeria’s communities. The event brings together stakeholders to assess progress, share lessons, and strengthen accountability in the health sector.
Minister of Budget and National Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, noted that Nigeria’s monthly revenue has risen sharply from below N580 billion between 2019 and 2023 to over N2 trillion in 2025. This increase in revenue will likely provide additional resources to support the country’s healthcare initiatives.
The National Assembly’s commitment to supporting the President’s Renewed Hope Health Agenda is a positive step towards ensuring that more Nigerians have access to quality healthcare without financial hardship. With increased funding and a collaborative approach, Nigeria’s healthcare system is poised for significant improvements.
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