The Nigerian Government Reaffirms its Dedication to Reducing the Escalating Cost of Medications
In an effort to make medications more affordable for Nigerians, the Federal Government has committed to lowering the skyrocketing prices of drugs within the country.
Prof. Mojidola Adeyeye, the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), reiterated this pledge in a statement released in Abuja on Sunday.
Speaking at a webinar organized by The Cable Newspaper to commemorate its 10th anniversary under the theme "Addressing Costs of Medicines," Adeyeye assured that steps are being taken in collaboration with pharmaceutical industries to reduce the cost of drugs.
She emphasized that revitalizing local pharmaceutical industries is key to tackling the issue of high drug prices in the nation.
Adeyeye highlighted that domestically manufactu...