President Tinubu Approves 80% Subsidy on Kidney Dialysis to Ease Healthcare Burden


By Insight by Oppy

In a major move to improve healthcare accessibility in Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved an 80% subsidy on kidney dialysis treatment across several federal medical institutions. This initiative significantly reduces the cost of dialysis sessions from ₦50,000 to ₦12,000, making life-saving treatment more affordable for patients battling kidney disease.

The announcement, made by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, highlights the government's commitment to addressing the rising burden of kidney-related ailments in the country.

Expanding Access to Life-Saving Treatment

The subsidy will be implemented in over ten federal medical centers, including:

University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan

Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Lagos

Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abuja

University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Benin City

University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH), Maiduguri


These facilities are among the leading government-owned hospitals providing dialysis services to patients suffering from chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal failure.

Government’s Commitment to Affordable Healthcare

Speaking on the development, Professor Pate emphasized that the subsidy is part of a broader strategy to reduce healthcare costs and improve service delivery nationwide.

"This intervention by President Tinubu’s administration will bring relief to thousands of Nigerians who require dialysis but struggle with the financial burden. We are committed to ensuring that no Nigerian is denied life-saving treatment due to cost," he stated.

A Growing Public Health Concern

Chronic kidney disease has become a growing public health challenge in Nigeria, with thousands of new cases reported annually. Many patients require regular dialysis sessions, which can be financially draining for families. The subsidy is expected to ease this burden, increasing access to treatment and improving survival rates.

Public Reactions and Next Steps

The announcement has been met with widespread praise from healthcare professionals, patients, and advocacy groups. Many see this as a positive step toward universal healthcare coverage in Nigeria.

The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that monitoring mechanisms will be put in place to ensure the effective implementation of the subsidy and prevent any exploitation of the initiative by healthcare providers.

With this subsidy, President Tinubu's administration aims to strengthen the country’s healthcare system while providing critical support to Nigerians battling kidney diseases.

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