Abuja Health Summit Targets HIV, Malaria, Hepatitis and Syphilis

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has intensified its campaign against infectious diseases with a high-level summit in Abuja. Officials also announced deeper collaboration with the Nigerian Air Force Hospital in Asokoro.

The Mandate Secretary for Health and Environment, Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, hosted the Infectious Disease Summit on Tuesday.

The event was organised with the National AIDS, Viral Hepatitis and STIs Control Programme (NASCP) and Trinity Healthcare Foundation (THF).

The one-day programme, held at Valencia Hotel, carried the theme: “Synergizing Efforts to End Infectious Diseases: Strengthening Investment, Innovation, and Collaboration against HIV, Viral Hepatitis, Syphilis, and Malaria in the FCT.”

Government officials, development partners and private sector actors attended. The summit explored new ways of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Building Partnerships for Health

Among dignitaries present were the FCTA Permanent Secretary, Dr. Baba-Gana Adam, Ms. Claire Omatseye of JNCI, and representatives of Abbott. They joined discussions on strengthening partnerships and investing in healthcare innovation.

Dr. Fasawe said the goal was to mobilize stronger political and financial commitments towards prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of HIV, Viral Hepatitis, Syphilis, and Malaria. She stressed that sustainable strategies require multisectoral collaboration between government, NGOs, academia, and the private sector.

“Significant progress has been made, but the journey is far from over. We must confront the enduring prevalence of these diseases with renewed commitment, innovation, and evidence-based strategies,” she said.

Permanent Secretary HSES, Dr. Baba Gana Adam, added that the convergence of experts showed the FCTA’s dedication to an integrated response. He noted the need to align efforts across HIV, TB, Malaria, and emerging infections by breaking silos, maximizing resources, and strengthening health systems.

In her goodwill message, Dr. Clare Omatseye of JNC International stressed that collaboration remains the key innovation for better outcomes. “FCT is critical to Nigeria’s health. When FCT gets it right, Nigeria will get it right,” she said.

Partners included NASCP, Trinity Healthcare Foundation, and the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI).

For more on the regional burden of HIV and malaria, see World Health Organization.

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