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Wed, Sep 13, 2023 8:40 PMNigeria's Commitment to Health Financing and Industrialization: A Vision for the Future
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The Ahmed Bola Tinubu administration in Nigeria is prioritizing domestic health financing, industrialization, and improved health outcomes. Vice President Kashim Shettima reaffirms the administration's commitment to repositioning Nigeria's healthcare system, emphasizing the importance of increased domestic financing for health and promoting health industrialization. Global Health Partners, including the Global Fund, US President's Malaria Initiative (PMI), and the US President's Emergency Plan For AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), express their support and commitment to working with the Tinubu administration towards these goals. The visit coincides with the commemoration of the US government's 20 years of support to Nigeria's fight against HIV/AIDS through the PEPFAR initiative.
In a significant move towards transforming Nigeria's healthcare system, the Ahmed Bola Tinubu administration has set an ambitious agenda focusing on domestic health financing, industrialization, and improved health outcomes. Vice President Kashim Shettima, during a visit by the Global Health Partners to the Presidential Villa in Abuja, restated the administration's commitment to these priorities.
Vice President Shettima affirmed the Tinubu administration's determination to propel Nigeria to a higher pedestal by changing the narrative of inclusive growth. The administration aims to create a Nigeria where every citizen can be proud of the healthcare system.
Highlighting President Tinubu's visionary leadership, Vice President Shettima expressed confidence in the appointed Minister of Health, emphasizing his impeccable credentials and commitment to driving positive change in the health sector. The collaboration between the Tinubu administration and the health ministry is a testament to the government's political commitment and dedication to repositioning Nigeria.
The visit by the Global Health Partners, comprising the Global Fund, US President's Malaria Initiative (PMI), and the US President's Emergency Plan For AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), aimed to review progress and reassure the Tinubu administration of their continued support in combating HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, and other health challenges.
Ambassador John Nkengasong, the US Global AIDS Coordinator, commended the Tinubu administration for its vision and direction in the health sector. He lauded the Minister of Health's clarity of vision and commitment to building an inclusive health system for the country. The partners acknowledged the importance of aligning their goals and targets with the administration's vision.
During the meeting, Mr. Peter Sands of the Global Fund and David Walton of the President's Malaria Initiative praised the federal government's efforts in combating Malaria, HIV/AIDS, and Tuberculosis. They stressed the need to sustain momentum, particularly in working towards the 2030 target of eradicating HIV/AIDS in Nigeria.
All the partners at the meeting pledged their support and commitment to collaborate with the Tinubu administration, contributing to the realization of its healthcare mandate and vision. Their support will play a vital role in ensuring the success of the administration's efforts.
The meeting witnessed the attendance of other dignitaries, including Dr. Gambo Aliyu, the Director-General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), Will Stevens, the US Consul General in Lagos, and Dr. Walter Kazadi Mulombo, the WHO Country Representative.
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