67th National Council on Health: FG Charges Sub-Committees on Integrity, Results, Professionalism
By Pan Afric Reporters
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has inaugurated sub-committees for the 67th Regular National Council on Health (NCH), charging members to uphold diligence, integrity, professionalism and objectivity in preparing recommendations that will shape Nigeria’s health-sector priorities.
In a statement signed by Ado Bako, Assistant Director, Information and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, the ministry said the 67th NCH would hold from November 16 to 20, 2026, in Lafia, Nasarawa State, under the theme: “From Commitment to Results: Delivering Quality and Equitable Healthcare for All Nigerians.”
Representing the Permanent Secretary at the inaugural meeting, the Director, Health Planning Research and Statistics, Dr. John Ovuoraye, described the National Council on Health as a critical platform for policy coordination, dialogue and decision-making within Nigeria’s health sector.
The Permanent Secretary said the Technical Committee and its various sub-committees constituted the foundation for developing sound, evidence-based and implementable recommendations for consideration by the Council.
She commended members for accepting the responsibility and making themselves available to contribute to the success of the 67th NCH, noting that their participation demonstrated a shared commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s health system and improving the wellbeing of citizens.
The Permanent Secretary urged members to approach their assignments with open minds and a strong focus on achieving measurable results, while encouraging constructive collaboration between the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and the Nasarawa State Local Organising Committee.
“The quality of the work produced by these Sub-Committees will have a direct bearing on the effectiveness of the recommendations that will be presented to the National Council on Health,” she stated.
Nasarawa Pledges Support
The Nasarawa State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Shekwonugaza Gwamna, represented by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr. Ibrahim Adamu Hassan, welcomed participants to the meeting and reaffirmed the state’s readiness to work with the Federal Ministry towards a successful NCH.
He said the inaugural meeting provided an opportunity for the state’s Local Organising Committee to present progress made in preparations, receive guidance from the Federal Ministry and address outstanding issues ahead of the conference.
The Commissioner appreciated members for their commitment and expressed confidence that the deliberations would strengthen preparations for the 67th Regular National Council on Health.
The meeting also considered several preparatory issues, including the formal inauguration of the sub-committees, clarification of the roles and responsibilities of chairmen and members, review and finalisation of the logo for the 67th NCH, as well as guidance on the appropriate format and timely submission of memoranda by states.
Members of the Nasarawa State Local Organising Committee participated virtually, while representatives of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare attended physically.
The 67th Regular National Council on Health is expected to bring together key stakeholders from the Federal and State health sectors to deliberate on critical health priorities and develop actionable recommendations aimed at improving the quality, equity and responsiveness of healthcare delivery across Nigeria.
