As Nigeria joined the rest of the world to celebrate the 2024 World Health Day, the coordinating minister of health and social welfare, Prof Muhammad Ali Pate, has reaffirms the ministry’s unwavering commitment to advancing the health and well-being of all Nigerians.
The World Health Day is celebrated on the 7th of April every year. It is observed to raise awareness of global health issues. The theme for this year is “My Health, My Right,”
This year’s theme underscores the fundamental principle that every individual has the right to attain the highest standard of physical and mental health without discrimination or barriers.
The minister, in a statement, said the right to health is not just a lofty ideal; it is a fundamental human right enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Yet, for millions of Nigerians, accessing quality healthcare remains a challenge.
In response to this pressing issue, Pate said the Federal Government of Nigeria has implemented various initiatives aimed at promoting equitable access to healthcare services and ensuring that every Nigerian can exercise their right to health.
Prof Pate noted that through targeted government initiatives such as Basic Health Care Provision Fund, (BHCPF) and the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal and Investment Initiative and strategic partnerships, we are reaching remote and underserved communities, providing essential healthcare services and promoting health education.
Also, he said through the BHCPF, the government is strengthening primary healthcare delivery, improving infrastructure, and ensuring the availability of essential drugs and commodities in health facilities across the country
