Lagos recorded total health expenditure of N119.51bn in the first half of 2026.
Only N1.82bn of that amount was allocated to primary healthcare services.
The low funding highlights a major gap in healthcare resource distribution.
Primary care facilities face severe shortages of medical staff and equipment.
Patients report long waiting times and limited access to essential treatments.
The underfunding contrasts with the growing population and health challenges.
Experts warn of the impact on public health outcomes and disease prevention.
The situation reflects broader systemic issues in Nigeria’s healthcare system.
Calls for increased investment in primary care continue to grow among officials.
Reforms are needed to ensure equitable access to basic health services.
The disparity raises concerns about the sustainability of current health policies.
