THE STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF THE NIGERIAN HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
2. Federal Level
1. Federal Level:
Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH):
The Federal Ministry of Health is the primary body responsible for health policy formulation, planning, and regulation of healthcare in Nigeria. It oversees national health programs, creates health-related laws, and manages the country’s response to public health crises.
Key Agencies under the FMOH:
- National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA): Focuses on improving access to primary healthcare services, especially in rural and underserved areas.
- National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC): Responsible for regulating the quality of food, drugs, and medical products in Nigeria.
- National Center for Disease Control (NCDC): Coordinates responses to disease outbreaks and monitors disease trends.