Healthcare

Nigeria’s health care system is in a dire state, with a vast majority of our population lacking access to even basic medical facilities. This has resulted in one of the highest infant mortality rates globally. For the few who can access healthcare, the costs are often exorbitantly high. The stark disparity in our healthcare system, marked by significant differences in access and quality of medical services across regions and social classes, poses a grave challenge.

Under my leadership, we will embark on a series of key strategic initiatives aimed at addressing the challenge of inadequate healthcare system in our nation:

Ensure Universal Health Care Access: I am steadfast in my conviction that access to health care is an inalienable right. My administration is committed to making certain that every citizen of Nigeria has the right to obtain quality healthcare services without being hindered by economic barriers.

Establish 1000 State-of-the-Art Health Facilities: My government will take on the project of constructing 1000 cutting-edge health care facilities across the Local Government Areas (LGAs), with a total of 774 LGAs to be covered. Areas with higher populations will receive multiple facilities. These Modern Healthcare Facilities (MHFs) will offer subsidized health services of superior quality, with the scale of fees adjusted on the basis of family income.

Implement Health Insurance Coverage: Government-funded health and dental insurance will be made available to eligible Nigerians, facilitating access to top-tier health care throughout the nation. The eligibility for these benefits will be determined by evaluating household income.

Fund Scholarships for Health Care Education: In an effort to fortify the health care system with skilled professionals, my administration will award full scholarships to students who are committed to remaining in Nigeria and dedicating 15 years of service to our communities after completing training.

Reduce Medication and Equipment Costs: To make health care more affordable, my administration will establish a strategic sourcing office tasked with negotiating lower prices for medications with leading pharmaceutical companies. The discounted drugs will then be distributed across the 1000 MHFs.

Encourage Domestic Pharmaceutical Production: Embracing the “Make In Nigeria” initiative for pharmaceuticals, my administration will offer financial incentives to drug manufacturers within the country that are able to produce affordable medications, thus bolstering our self-sufficiency and supporting local businesses.