The Nigerian government says it is ready to partner with the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) to advance local drug manufacturing and support the nation’s healthcare objectives under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The assurance was given by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, when a delegation from PSN, led by its National President, Pharmacist Ayuba Tanko Ibrahim, paid him a courtesy visit in Abuja.
Represented by the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Mohammed Danjuma Sanusi, the SGF emphasized the government’s commitment to improving citizens’ well-being through affordable and accessible healthcare. He added that the government is open to partnering with the Society to strengthen pharmaceutical production.
Senator Akume further highlighted that adequate funding would be critical to achieving enhanced pharmaceutical output. He reassured PSN of the government’s readiness to provide necessary incentives and an enabling environment, including opportunities to access funds through partnerships with donor organizations.
Speaking earlier, PSN National President, Ayuba Ibrahim, said the visit aimed to brief the SGF on plans to celebrate the Society’s centenary on 27th March 2027, adding that the Society would organize public enlightenment campaigns, health outreaches, and public lectures while engaging government and policymakers through a structured framework designed to promote Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP) among healthcare consumers.
Ibrahim also revealed that the Society plans to launch a N5 billion Endowment Fund to advance pharmacy education and research, aiming to elevate pharmaceutical development in Nigeria to new levels.
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