FULL LIST: Nigerian Government approves Free Treatment for Pregnant Women in 154 Hospitals, 18 Centres for VVF Surgeries

The Nigerian Government said it has enlisted 154 health facilities across Nigeria for free treatment of women who have obstetric complications.

These are women who have health problems or difficulties that arise during pregnancy, labour, delivery.

It also includes postpartum period, potentially affecting the mother’s or baby’s well-being.

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Ali Pate, who announced the centres on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Friday, said the facilities have quality manpower, rich standard and equipment.

He also announced 18 centres across the nation for free treatment of vesicovaginal fistula (VVF).

An obstetric complication is a difficulty or abnormality that arises during the process of labour or delivery.

Obstetric complications are disruptions or disorders that can occur during pregnancy, labour, delivery, or the early postpartum period, affecting the health of the mother or baby.

Common examples include preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, preterm labour, and postpartum hemorrhage.

Pate said the health and well-being of Nigerians are fundamental to President Bola Tinubu’s vision, prioritising reduced maternal deaths by ensuring no woman dies due to inability to afford treatment