Federal government launches N70bn National Oral Health Strategic Plan 2026-2030
Updated 13:26 WAT, · first published 9 Nov 2026, 17:29 WAT · 5 outlets reporting
The Federal Government inaugurated the National Oral Health Strategic Plan 2026-2030 in Abuja, according to The Whistler. Dr Iziaq Salako, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, announced the launch, as reported by News Agency of Nigeria. The plan aims to strengthen oral healthcare delivery and eliminate Noma, Vanguard noted. The federal, state and local governments will spend about N70 billion over the next five years, ThisDay reported.
What we know
- Plan launched in Abuja by Dr Iziaq Salako
- Five-year National Oral Health Strategic Plan for 2026-2030
- Estimated cost of N70 billion
- Targets Noma prevention and dental service expansion
- Implemented by federal, state and local governments
Why it matters: The plan allocates N70 billion over five years for oral health services.
Sources
- Nigeria Launches 2026-2030 National Oral Health Plan – The Whistler,
- FG inaugurates 2026-2030 national oral health plan to tackle Noma – News Agency of Nigeria,
- FG, States to Spend N70bn on Oral Health, Unveil 5-Year Action Plan – ThisDay,
- FG unveils N70bn plan to tackle Noma – Vanguard,
- FG Unveils N70bn Oral Health Strategic Plan – Leadership,
Updates
- – Summary updated with new reporting
- – Now also reported by Leadership
- – Story published - 4 outlets
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