The Hon Minister of Health, Dr. Osagie Emmanuel Ehanire says Nigeria endorses, “Health for peace and peace for Health,” theme for this year’s World Health Assembly.
He gave the endorsement during his presentation at the 75th World Health Assembly taking place in Geneva, Switzerland.
Dr. Ehanire remarked that, this is the first physical Assembly since the start of the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic which invariably marked the new confidence to resume work fully after learning vital lessons.
“We are working towards strengthening health security and delivery to achieve the MDGs and Universal Health Coverage UHC,” The Minister said.
“We are also increasingly recognising the strong role and a vibrant primary Health care system can play in achieving objectives of the public Health security.”
The Minister concluded his speech by reiterating the fact that despite all odds and challenges the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is committed to achieving remarkable feats in the area of Public Health.
The World Health Assembly is the highest Health body of health experts and professionals charged with the responsibility of policy formulation, decisions and advice on Health related matters for Humanity.
Its headquarters is in Geneva, Switzerland and members meet annually. The last physical meeting by member countries was held in 2019.
