The Federal Government has launched a $124 million National Strategic Plan of Action on Cholera Control (NSPACC) 2025-2029, aimed at eradicating cholera in Nigeria through a multi-sectoral approach.
The plan was unveiled on Tuesday in Abuja by Prof. Muhammad Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, who emphasized the government’s commitment to cholera prevention, preparedness, and response.
The launch event, held in collaboration with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), and international health partners, represents a significant milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to combat cholera and protect public health.
Pate represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Ms. Daju Kachallom, highlighted the urgent need for a coordinated response to address the frequent cholera outbreaks across the country.
“The Ministry of Health is working closely with other ministries and partners to implement this plan,” he stated.
He further explained that the plan is built on key pillars, including leadership and coordination, surveillance, case management, cholera vaccination, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), as well as public awareness and research.
Pate stressed that eliminating cholera in Nigeria requires collaboration among government agencies, development partners, private sector actors, and local communities.
“Cholera has been eradicated in other parts of the world; why is it still affecting Nigeria? We must act collectively to change this reality,” he said.