Federal Government Declares State of Emergency in Nigeria’s Health Sector
According to Channels Television, The Federal Government of Nigeria have declared a state of emergency in the country’s health sector, as announced during the 64th National Council on Health in Ekiti State. The event gathered stakeholders to discuss critical issues in the health sector setting the theme around building resilience and fostering an inclusive healthcare system for a healthy Nigeria.
Coordinating Minister for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Muhammed Ali Pate emphasized the urgent need for intervention citing the poor state of the nation’s health facilities. Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji expressed excitement about hosting the council meeting and highlighted the state’s achievements in the health sector in recent years…………………….CONTINUE READING
The declaration aligns with a previous call from the House of Representatives urging the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in the health sector and allocate significant funds in the 2024 budget. The motion initiated by Lagos lawmaker Fayinka Oluwatoyin highlighted the deteriorating condition of health facilities in Nigeria, including shortages of personnel, medical equipment, drugs and qualified staff contributing to increased death tolls in healthcare facilities………………….CONTINUE READING
