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FG Pledges Continued Investment In Cancer Research

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The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in cancer research by providing dedicated budgets to support research in Nigeria.

The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Salako, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja at the National Cancer Symposium.

The event was organised by the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT) and the ministry to mark the World Cancer Day 2025.

Salako explained that the focus of the research efforts was to improve early detection and development of more effective, affordable, and personalised treatments. He also emphasised that cancer care was not just about treating the disease but also about providing holistic support.

Salako affirmed that this approach focused on addressing patients’ mental, emotional, and physical needs, ensuring they feel heard and understood.

“Our vision is to ensure that cancer treatment centres offering comprehensive support for patients and their families, with survivorship and palliative care prioritised in the National Strategic Cancer Control Plan.”

While acknowledging that cancer remained a critical health challenge in Nigeria, Salako said many patients are presently at advanced stages due to factors such as ignorance, superstition, poverty, and inadequate screening services.

He noted that these challenges have significantly impacted early detection and timely treatment.

He also highlighted the ministry’s ongoing efforts to improve healthcare infrastructure, raise awareness, and ensure equitable access to cancer screening and treatment. He added that these initiatives are aimed at addressing the gaps and improving outcomes for cancer patients in the country. He further called for more collaboration from all stakeholders to achieve these goals.

Speaking at the event, Director-General of NICRAT, Prof. Usman Aliyu, emphasized on the organisation’s strong collaborations with both local and international partners. He noted that NICRAT is committed to building a well-trained cancer workforce and expanding cancer treatment options in Nigeria.

Aliyu further mentioned that the National Cancer Health Fund (NCHF), which supported vulnerable cancer patients, was undergoing reforms to extend its coverage to more cancer types. He also announced plans to increase the number of cancer centres in the coming months.

The Chairman of the House of Representative Committee on Health, Rep. Amos Magaji, underscored that cancer was not just a health issue but a societal challenge. He stressed that Nigeria must act decisively and collaboratively to improve cancer prevention, detection, treatment, and care.

“Too many Nigerians, particularly in rural areas, lack access to early detection, affordable treatments, and palliative care. We are committed to strengthening healthcare infrastructure, promoting early detection, and improving palliative care,” he stated.

The statement noted that during the symposium, NICRAT also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the West African College of Surgeons (WACS) to develop the human capacity needed for effective cancer control in Nigeria.

FG Pledges Continued Investment In Cancer Research is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

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