Tinubu Okays Establishment of National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office

President Bola Tinubu has greenlit the creation of a National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office, appointing Dr Obi Adigwe as its national coordinator and forming an 18-member steering committee to guide its strategy and oversight. This move underscores a significant push towards leveraging technology in Nigeria's healthcare system to improve data collection, analysis, and decision-making. By investing in health technology and analytics, the government aims to address existing gaps in health data management and boost overall public health outcomes, signaling a forward-thinking approach to tackling health challenges.