Nigeria Introduces Free Nationwide Cesarean Sections to Combat High Maternal Mortality
Nigeria has taken a significant step towards reducing its alarming maternal mortality rates by launching a nationwide initiative providing free cesarean sections and essential maternal care to eligible women.
This move aims to address the country’s high maternal mortality ratio.
According to Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, Minister of Health and Social Welfare, the initiative will serve as a vital platform for driving the Sector Wide Approach (SWAp) in Nigeria.
The program will provide free cesarean sections and essential maternal care to eligible women across the country, targeting areas with the highest maternal deaths.
By providing access to life-saving procedures without financial burdens, this initiative empowers Nigerian women to make informed choices about their health and well-being. It’s a significant step toward reducing maternal deaths and promoting safer pregnancies and childbirth.
Dr. Adaeze Oreh, Rivers State Commissioner for Health, emphasizes the need for community-level engagement and collective commitment to improving maternal health nationwide.
This initiative is part of President Tinubu’s health agenda, aiming to provide immediate relief through free procedures and long-term impact by building capacity among healthcare providers.
