Minister emphasizes the continued significance of a regulatory framework in enhancing healthcare.

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, emphasizes the necessity of a regulatory framework to uphold healthcare standards and prevent corruption. Speaking in Ado Ekiti during the 64th National Council on Health, themed ‘Building resilience and inclusive healthcare system for a healthy Nigeria,’ the minister urges stakeholders to maximize the potential of the council for common goals. The event, attended by dignitaries like Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji, health ministers, and industry leaders, focuses on achieving Universal Health Coverage and calls for effective allocation of healthcare resources. Pate seeks cooperation from state governments to prioritize health and highlights President Bola Tinubu’s approval of an innovative sector-wide approach for health improvement. Minister of State for Health, Dr. Tunji Alausa, aligns the theme with Tinubu’s transformation orders, emphasizing plans to eradicate maternal and infant mortality, combat infectious diseases, and build a skilled workforce. Ekiti State Governor Oyebanji underscores the commitment to an inclusive healthcare system, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based research and development. Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oyebanji Filani, highlights Ekiti State’s progress in primary healthcare development.