Stakeholders at the Youth Health Financing Dialogue in Abuja have called for the establishment of a dedicated health finance policy aimed at providing coverage for unemployed and vulnerable youth groups in Nigeria.
During the dialogue on Friday, experts emphasized the urgent need for a structured framework that ensures access to affordable healthcare for young people who lack financial stability.
They highlighted that inadequate health financing remains a significant barrier to youth well-being, leading to poor health outcomes and limiting economic opportunities.
Participants urged policymakers to prioritize youth-centered health funding mechanisms, stressing that improved healthcare access for young people would contribute to national productivity and development.
The call for action comes amid growing concerns over the healthcare needs of Nigeria’s youth population, particularly those facing economic hardship.
