The federal government has Monday sign an agreement with Siemens Healthineers for purchase of advance equipment that will enhance facilities of six oncology centres across the country. The collaboration aims to improve cancer care and treatment options for patients nationwide. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, oversaw the signing of the agreement between the federal government, represented by the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), and Siemens Healthineers in Abuja.
He explained that the significance of the agreement extends beyond a commercial transaction. He said it represents a strategic alignment of public and private sector resources to address some of the most pressing health challenges facing our nation. “With the first set of facilities expected to be operational by May 2025, this agreement marks the beginning of a transformative era in Nigeria’s cancer care landscape.
For the first time, our nation will benefit from a large-scale investment in advanced cancer treatment infrastructure, empowering our healthcare system to deliver timely and high-quality care to those in need,” he stressed. Prof. Pate emphasized that the initiative is designed to ensure that the new equipment will be supported by a well-trained, capable workforce so that treatment can commence from the day the facilities are ready.
Prof Pate underscored the significance of this partnership, describing it as a strategic move to provide more .
