On Monday, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved N4.8 billion for the purchase of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) treatment packs.
This was announced by the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, who briefed State House correspondents after the Council meeting, which was chaired by President Bola Tinubu in Abuja.
“As part of broader healthcare reforms, the Council has approved N4.8 billion for the procurement of 150,000 HIV treatment packs over the next four months,” the Minister stated.
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In addition to the HIV treatment packs, the FEC also sanctioned 1.07 billion dollars for healthcare sector reforms under the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) program.
Pate explained that the HOPE program is aligned with the administration’s goal to enhance human capital development.
“The funds will be used to improve governance in healthcare and strengthen primary healthcare services across the country. This financing will help with the recruitment, training, and retention of healthcare workers and teachers at the subnational level,” Pate added.
He further stated that 500 million dollars would be allocated to enhance the quality, utilization, and resilience of the primary healthcare system, including emergency maternal and child health services.
“This initiative demonstrates the federal government’s commitment to providing life-saving treatments and lowering healthcare costs for vulnerable populations,” Pate said.
