Lunch Session II: Private Sector Investment in Healthcare

Private Sector Investment in Healthcare 

In Nigeria, government healthcare funding consistently falls below the 15% threshold set by the 2001 Abuja Declaration, leading to high out-of-pocket expenses and risks of catastrophic health costs for citizens. Achieving universal health coverage (UHC) by 2030 requires exploring alternative financing mechanisms. This raises questions about the vital role of the private sector in financing primary health care in Nigeria, necessitating further examination and consideration.