Nasarawa Prepares for 67th National Council on Health Meeting

Nasarawa State is preparing to host the 67th National Council on Health (NCH) in the first week of November 2026, marking the first time the state will host this significant health policy-making gathering since its establishment in 1996. Health Commissioner Dr. Gaza Gwamna announced that over 1,000 delegates from across Nigeria are expected to attend.

During a recent visit from a delegation of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Gwamna highlighted the administration of Governor Abdullahi Sule's commitment to the health sector, citing substantial investments in healthcare infrastructure, hospital upgrades, and procurement of advanced medical equipment aimed at enhancing access to quality healthcare, particularly for maternal and child health. Dr. John Ovuoraye, the Director of Health Planning, Research and Statistics at the Federal Ministry, expressed satisfaction with the preparations, noting that they are about 70 percent complete, but urged the state government to address some outstanding issues, including the provision of clinic facilities at the event venue.