FG Revives 991 Primary Healthcare Centres, Trains 120,000 Workers
The Federal Government has revitalised 991 primary healthcare centres (PHCs) nationwide, with renovations ongoing at an additional 2,701, the Executive Director of the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA), Dr Muyi Aina, announced Tuesday.
Speaking at a quarterly briefing to mark World Vaccination Week, Aina highlighted key milestones, including the retraining of 120,000 healthcare workers and improved emergency response through nationwide ambulance deployment.
He said the agency is leveraging technology with a live dashboard to monitor PHC performance, while maternal and neonatal health initiatives have launched in 172 LGAs across five states.
Vaccination coverage has increased by 54%, with 26 million children vaccinated and over 101,000 protected against malaria. A new polio campaign targeting 83 million children across northern states begins May 3.
