The Stop Tuberculosis (TB) Nigeria Initiative has launched a privatesector strategy to end TB in Nigeria, calling on private-sector leaders to join in the fight against the disease. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, made this known on his X handle on Friday. The minister stated that Nigeria leads TB case detection and called on the private sector to join the fight.
He said “We know the statistics, we are leading in case identification, and the government and its development partners are doing their part. Now, it’s time for the private sector to join in the fight against tuberculosis in Nigeria.” Mr Pate said TB continues to pose a significant threat in our country, disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable and marginalised populations, including the poorest and socially excluded individuals.
He said although there has been progress, there are still obstacles, adding that the resources required to maintain and scale up efforts are vast and the burden in healthcare systems is significant. “This isn’t just a health concern, but a social and economic issue that concerns everyone, either directly or indirectly,” the minister said. PREMIUM TIMES delivers fact-based journalism for Nigerians, by Nigerians — and our community of supporters, the readers who donate, make our work possible.
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