The Federal Government has taken steps to expand tertiary healthcare services across the country, with plans to work more closely with states, communities and other partners.
The development was disclosed in a statement shared on April 15 2026, on the official page of the Federal Ministry of Health.
According to the statement, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare Iziaq Adekunle Salako made this known during a meeting with the Ovie of Udu Kingdom in Delta State.
The ministry said the move is part of efforts to improve healthcare delivery and strengthen collaboration across all levels.
At the centre of the discussion was the establishment of a Federal Medical Centre in Oviam, Udu Kingdom, aimed at improving access to specialised healthcare in the area.
“The expansion of federal tertiary health institutions is being driven not only by infrastructure development but also by stronger alignment with local stakeholders,” the statement said.
The statement added that a five year plan is being developed to guide the take-off of the facility, covering infrastructure, staffing and service delivery.
It noted that work on the permanent site of the hospital is expected to begin before the end of the current administration.
The ministry also said the host community has supported the project with land and a temporary site.
In her remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry Daju Kachollom, said the government will continue to provide oversight to ensure the project aligns with national health policies.
The traditional ruler, however, commended the Federal Government for approving the project, describing it as a major step for the community.
The government added that the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to improve access to healthcare services across the country.
