Nigeria Will Overcome Trump’s Healthcare Policy Changes – FG

 The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that the country will successfully navigate the healthcare policy changes introduced by former U.S. President Donald Trump, which involve halting healthcare assistance to developing nations. 

The assurance came from the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, during the inauguration of the Bayelsa State Haemodialysis Centre and the General Outpatient Centre at Bayelsa Medical University in Yenagoa.

Speaking at the event, which was part of activities marking Governor Douye Diri’s fifth anniversary in office, Pate acknowledged the recent challenges caused by U.S. policy shifts but expressed confidence in Nigeria’s ability to sustain its healthcare services independently.

“There have been changes in U.S. policy over the last three weeks, affecting healthcare support to developing nations, but as a country, there is nothing we cannot overcome. Federal and state governments are collaborating to ensure that essential healthcare services continue unhindered,” Pate stated.

He highlighted the government’s focus on domestic resource mobilization, emphasizing the need for all tiers of government to contribute to strengthening the country’s healthcare infrastructure.

“With available resources, we can ensure that those battling diseases such as HIV and kidney-related ailments receive adequate care locally without reliance on external aid,” he added.

The minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s healthcare system to mitigate the impact of external policy changes on vulnerable populations.