Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority, GE Partner On Diagnostic Services Access Expansion

The Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), through its wholly owned healthcare subsidiary NSIA Advanced Medical Services Ltd (MedServe), in collaboration with GE HealthCare, has announced a major initiative to improve access to diagnostic services across Nigeria.

As part of the first phase of its healthcare expansion program, MedServe will establish 10 new diagnostic centers strategically located across key regions in the country as part of their mission to provide advanced healthcare for every Nigerian. These centers are scheduled for commissioning in the first half of 2026, marking a significant step towards improving early detection, timely intervention, and overall patient outcomes.

To enable this rollout, NSIA/MedServe will enter into a 10-year strategic agreement with GE HealthCare through which diagnostic equipment like CT scanner, mammography, digital x-ray and ultrasound systems, long-term service support, and training programs to build local capacity will be delivered.

The managing/CEO-MedServe, Dr Tolu Adewole said, “This agreement represents a pivotal milestone in Nigeria’s healthcare journey. By combining world-class technology with local expertise, we are strengthening the national healthcare system and expanding access to reliable diagnostic services for millions of Nigerians.

These centers will support timely testing, early detection of diseases, and improved health outcomes across the country.”

The general manager, GE HealthCare West Africa, Dr George Uduku stated, “Access to advanced diagnostic services remains a top priority for the country. Through this collaboration with MedServe, we are helping to close that gap by bringing imaging technology closer to the communities it serves.

Our goal is to facilitate earlier diagnosis, enhance treatment decisions, and bolster local capacity through training and ongoing support. So more Nigerians can receive the care they need, when they need it.”

“We are proud to collaborate with MedServe in this transformative effort. By combining advanced technology with training and service support, we aim to strengthen the healthcare system and ensure more communities benefit from high-quality diagnostic care”.

This initiative is expected to significantly reduce travel time for essential medical tests, minimise diagnostic delays, and enhance early medical intervention. By expanding access to diagnostics services and building local capacity, the programme will contribute to improved public health and strengthen Nigeria’s overall healthcare infrastructure.

MedServe is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) focused on expanding high-quality diagnostic, oncology, and specialty healthcare services across Nigeria. MedServe currently operates three demonstration centres and is leading the rollout of a network of 23 diagnostic centres across the country.

GE HealthCare is a trusted partner and leading global healthcare solutions provider, innovating medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and integrated, cloud-first AI-enabled solutions, services and data analytics. Serving patients and providers for more than 125 years, GE HealthCare is advancing personalised, connected and compassionate care, while simplifying the patient’s journey across care pathways.