The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has stated that inadequate investment in primary healthcare is a major factor responsible for inefficiencies and stunted growth in Nigeria’s healthcare system. Ewhrudjakpo made this remark on Thursday during a meeting with key health sector stakeholders, including the state commissioner for health, local government chairmen, and Read More
Bayelsa Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo stated that poor investment in primary healthcare is hindering Nigeria's health system, overburdening secondary and tertiary institutions with issues that should be handled at the primary level. He urged governments and partners to prioritize primary healthcare investment for meaningful progress. Bayelsa has made progress through the GAVI intervention program.
