The Federal Government has announced plans to integrate haemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders into maternal and child health services at primary and secondary healthcare levels nationwide.
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate revealed this during a press briefing in Abuja to mark the 2026 World Haemophilia Day.
Represented by Dr Kamil Shoretire, the Minister expressed concern that although an estimated 21,101 citizens were living with haemophilia, only about 3% had been diagnosed,
He also highlighted a significant gap in detection and management.
The Minister further stressed that the 2026 theme, “Diagnosis: The First Step to Care,” aligned with national health priorities, stressing that accurate diagnosis was critical to effective treatment.
The initiative is aimed at improving early identification of cases and enrolment into comprehensive care for inherited bleeding disorders.
Meanwhile, the Federal Government has also announced the launch of a National Bleeding Disorders Registry to strengthen data collection and improve care delivery.
Edited by Favour Owonibi.