Nigeria Launches New Malaria Strategy for 2026-2030

The Federal Government of Nigeria is preparing to implement a new strategic malaria plan for the years 2026 to 2030, as announced by Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziak Adekunle Salako, during a keynote address at the 2026 World Malaria Day commemoration in Abuja. This initiative is part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's commitment to improving public health and eliminating malaria-related diseases.

The plan aims to reshape the national response to malaria, despite a decline in prevalence from 42% in 2010 to 15% in 2025. The strategy will be tailored to reflect the realities of different states and communities, aligning with the National Health Sector Strategic Blueprint.

The goal is to reduce malaria parasite prevalence and mortality by 50% by 2030. Dr. Salako highlighted the establishment of an advisory council of global experts to provide technical support and evidence-based guidance.

Since 2015, 500 million insecticide-treated nets have been distributed across 11 states to protect families, especially children and pregnant women, from malaria infections.