2025 Budget: Tinubu Allocates N2.48 Trillion for Healthcare Revitalization
Precious Ike-Mbah
In the 2025 budget proposal, President Bola Tinubu has allocated N2.48 trillion to the healthcare sector, representing 5.18% of the total ₦47.9 trillion budget. The budget, themed “Budget of Restoration: Securing Peace, Rebuilding Prosperity,” prioritizes security, infrastructure, and human capital development as key pillars of his administration.
The healthcare allocation ranks as the fourth highest among the sectors, covering vital areas such as infrastructure, basic healthcare services, and human capital development. The proposal includes ₦402 billion for infrastructure investments in the health sector and ₦282.65 billion for the Basic Health Care Fund to strengthen primary healthcare systems across the country.
President Tinubu reiterated the government's commitment to achieving Universal Health Coverage, which aims to expand access to quality healthcare services, especially in underserved communities. The plan also includes revitalizing public healthcare facilities, equipping them with essential drugs, and reducing Nigeria’s dependency on imported medical supplies.
Despite the increased allocation compared to the previous year, the budget still falls short of the Abuja Declaration’s target of dedicating 15% of national expenditure to healthcare. The persistent funding gap highlights the need for greater investment in the health sector to improve public health outcomes and drive sustainable development in Nigeria.
Analysts continue to advocate for higher health sector funding, emphasizing that robust healthcare systems are critical for economic growth and social stability.
