World Health Organisation, WHO, has urged increased domestic funding and stronger community engagement to sustain progress in the fight against Tuberculosis, TB, in Nigeria.
Cluster Lead for Disease Prevention and Control, WHO Nigeria, Dr Mya Ngon made the call yesterday during a press briefing in Abuja ahead of the 2026 World TB Day.
Ngon said while progress had been made, significant gaps remain, particularly in reaching underserved populations most vulnerable to TB infection and poor treatment outcomes.
Highlighting the 2025 theme, ‘Yes, we can end TB: led by the Federal Ministry of Health and powered by communities,’ she said ending TB is achievable with sustained investment, accountability and collective action.
“We must stand together with millions affected by TB and remember those who have lost their lives. Ending TB is possible with strong leadership and active community involvement,” she said.
She emphasised that TB is not only a health issue, but also a socio-economic concern, with financial burden on patients and households hindering timely diagnosis and treatment.
Ngon called for financial risk protection measures and stronger domestic resource mobilisation, noting that Nigeria cannot rely solely on external funding as support from the Global Fund might decline in future cycles.
