List Of Ministers Of State For Health And Social Welfare Of Nigeria (2015-Present)
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare was established in 1957 under the leadership of Prime Minister Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa.
It has had many ministers over the decades, with the position of Minister of State being part of the ministry’s structure.
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All State Ministers For Health And Social Welfare Of Nigeria (2015-Present)
| Minister | Term | Political Party |
|---|---|---|
| Osagie Ehanire | 2015-2019 | APC |
| Adeleke Mamora | 2019-2022 | APC |
| Ekumankama Joseph Nkama | 2022-2023 | APC |
| Tunji Alausa | 2023-Present | APC |
Who Is The Current Minister Of State For Health In Nigeria?
Dr. Tunji Alausa is the current Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare in Nigeria. He took office in August 2023, after being appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Dr. Alausa plays an important part in improving Nigeria’s healthcare system. His goal is to make sure that the system meets high global standards and effectively meets the needs of the Nigerian people.
Dr. Alausa has a strong background in healthcare, particularly in nephrology, which focuses on kidney health. He is a board-certified nephrologist in the United States and has over 30 years of experience in both private and public health sectors.
Alausa was part of the President’s Policy Advisory Council on Health, where he helped create health policies aimed at improving and reforming Nigeria’s healthcare sector.
One of Dr. Alausa’s major achievements is founding the Kidney Care Center and Dialysis Care Center in the U.S. These centers offer specialized care for patients with kidney issues.
His work in the United States helped build a national brand for integrated healthcare, improving care for people with chronic kidney disease and high blood pressure.
However, as the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Alausa is focused on achieving Universal Health Coverage for all Nigerians.
He wants to transform Nigeria’s healthcare system to provide better services and improve health outcomes for the people.
Dr. Alausa’s experience in value-based care, which focuses on providing high-quality care at lower costs, is expected to be very useful in his new role. He has led initiatives in the past that resulted in better patient outcomes and cost savings.
Since he took office, Dr. Alausa has been working on different health reforms and initiatives to address the major health challenges in Nigeria, especially in a country with many health issues, including infectious diseases, problems with maternal and child health, and non-communicable diseases.
