October 27, 2026

FG REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO STRONGER HEALTHCARE, EBOLA-FREE WEST AFRICA

FG REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO STRONGER HEALTHCARE, EBOLA-FREE WEST AFRICA

 

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to specialist medical training, stronger healthcare systems and an Ebola-free West Africa, calling for deeper regional collaboration and sustained investment in health security.

 

 

 

Delivering President Bola Tinubu’s message at the 50th Anniversary and Annual General Scientific Meeting of the West African College of Physicians, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, stressed that cross-border surveillance and collective action are critical to containing disease outbreaks.

 

He highlighted ongoing reforms in healthcare infrastructure, health insurance, primary healthcare and workforce development.

 

 

Themed *“Celebrating a Legacy, Envisioning the Future,”* the Golden Jubilee celebrates five decades of medical excellence while renewing the call for stronger partnerships and resilient healthcare delivery across West Africa.