Nigeria to strengthen legal frameworks to improve public health data governance

Nigeria is set to enhance its legal frameworks to improve public health data governance, as per a meeting convened by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) in partnership with Resolve to Save Lives (RTSL). The meeting aimed to assess and review Nigeria's legal and regulatory framework for public health data governance, marking a crucial step towards establishing a collaborative surveillance system for timely and secure data sharing to protect public health from emerging threats.

Key stakeholders from various ministries, departments, and agencies participated in the workshop to identify gaps in existing laws and policies, propose pathways to strengthen collaboration, and ensure data privacy and security. The importance of a clear legal framework for data governance in epidemic preparedness and response was emphasized, highlighting the significance of coordinated data use in preventing outbreaks and saving lives.

The meeting concluded with key outcomes, including the draft review of existing legal instruments, recommendations for reforming Nigeria's public health legal framework, and a commitment to strengthening data governance for future health security challenges. Emphasizing.