Dr Funmi Adewara Leads Nigerian Telehealth Conference 2026

The Nigerian Telehealth Conference 2026, organized by Dr Funmi Adewara, is set to take place on October 20, 2026, at the Afreximbank African Trade Centre in Abuja. The conference, tagged NTC 2.0, will focus on policy, financing, regulation, and digital infrastructure necessary for expanding telehealth services across Nigeria.

The theme, “The Future of Healthcare is Connected – CLICK & BRICK,” emphasizes the transition from discussions to nationwide implementation. The event will gather government leaders, policymakers, regulators, healthcare professionals, technology innovators, investors, and development partners to address critical priorities for scaling telehealth.

Discussions will include advancements in the National Telemedicine Guidelines, integration into National Health Insurance Authority reimbursement arrangements, and financing mechanisms for nationwide adoption. The conference will also explore the use of artificial intelligence and digital health infrastructure to support connected healthcare services.

Adewara stressed the importance of collaboration among stakeholders to achieve meaningful progress in expanding digital healthcare.