A groundbreaking technical workshop on Primary Health Care (PHC) revitalization and operationalization has commenced in Abuja, Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in the country’s healthcare sector. The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) is partnering with the World Health Organization (WHO) and Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to host this high-level stakeholder engagement at the Presidential Villa.

The workshop, led by ALGON National President, Hon. Aminu Mu’azu Maifata, brings together a formidable delegation of local government representatives, including NEC members, heads of medical departments, and council representatives.

The event has attracted an impressive array of dignitaries who are expected to participate, including Ministers, the Special Adviser to the President on Health, the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors Forum, and key stakeholders from the WHO, NDDC, and the National Assembly.

This landmark event promises to usher in a transformative era in Nigeria’s PHC sector, aligning with its theme: “Revitalization and Operationalization.” The workshop aims to revitalize and operationalize PHC services across the country, ensuring improved healthcare delivery and outcomes for Nigerians.

The expected high-profile attendance underscores the significance of this event, which is expected to yield meaningful outcomes and recommendations for the revitalization of Nigeria’s PHC sector. As the workshop progresses, stakeholders will engage in intense discussions, sharing expertise and experiences to identify effective strategies for PHC revitalization and operationalization.

This collaboration between ALGON, WHO, and NDDC demonstrates a commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare system, particularly at the grassroots level.

The outcomes of this workshop will undoubtedly contribute to the achievement of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3, which focuses on ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all.

Here are the expected dignitaries include:

• Hon. Ministers: Adebayo Olawole Edun (Finance), Abubakar Atiku Bagudu (Budget and Economic Planning), and Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate (Health and Social Welfare)
• Special Adviser to the President on Health: Dr. Salma Ibrahim Anas
• Chairman, Nigeria Governors Forum: His Excellency, Governor AbulRahman Abdulrasaq (Kwara State)
• Managing Director/CEO, NDDC: Dr. Samuel Ogbuku
• Senate Committee Chairs: Dr. Mrs. Ipalibo Banigo (Health) and Senator Ibrahim Lamido (Primary Healthcare)
• House Committee Chair: Hon. Amos Magaji (Health)
• WHO Representative in Nigeria: Dr. Walter Kazadi Mulombo
• Development Partners Group for Health Co-Chair: Mr. Dave McConalogue
• GM External Relations and Sustainable Development, NLNG: Mr. Andy Odeh