Peter Obi meets U.S. health experts, reaffirms commitment to healthcare reform

Health, Politics

ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr Peter Obi, has met with a group of healthcare professionals and policy experts in the United States as part of efforts to deepen his understanding of effective healthcare delivery systems and health insurance models.

Obi disclosed this in a statement titled “Building a Healthier Nigeria Through Stronger Healthcare Systems,” which he personally issued on Sunday.

According to the former Anambra State governor, the meeting, held on June 5, focused on how successful health insurance systems improve healthcare outcomes, particularly in the areas of primary healthcare and emergency medical services.

“As part of my desire and commitment to building a healthier Nigeria, I met with some healthcare professionals and experts in the United States on Friday, June 5, 2026,” Obi said.

“The meeting was essentially to deepen my understanding of how successful health insurance systems deliver improved healthcare, especially in the areas of primary and emergency care.”

Obi said the engagement aligns with his long-standing advocacy for reforms aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare system and expanding access to quality medical services for citizens.

The former governor, who continues to rally Nigerians around his campaign message, “A New Nigeria is Possible,” ahead of the 2027 general elections, outlined key priorities for the health sector.

According to him, expanding health insurance coverage, strengthening primary healthcare infrastructure and increasing the number of trained healthcare workers remain central to his vision for the country.

“One of our key health objectives remains unchanged: to expand health insurance coverage, strengthen primary healthcare across our electoral wards, train more healthcare workers, and make quality healthcare accessible and affordable for all Nigerians,” he said.

Obi stressed that improving healthcare delivery is essential to national development and improving citizens’ quality of life.

“A New Nigeria must be a healthier Nigeria,” he added.

The meeting comes amid growing calls for reforms in Nigeria’s healthcare sector, including improved funding, expanded insurance coverage and stronger primary healthcare systems to address persistent challenges in access and service delivery.