The Federal Government of  Nigeria government has introduced a policy targeted at addressing the workforce challenges facing the health sector.

The new initiative, which is tagged: National Policy on Health Workforce Migration,” is aimed at tackling the critical challenges facing the country’s health human resources, aiming to manage, harness, and reverse the migration of healthcare professionals.

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, MUHAMMAD PATE, disclosed this on his X handle, noting that the policy aims to stem the exodus of healthcare professionals.

The minister said the development would create an environment that encourages professional development and stability, adding that the policy seeks to retain the best talent within Nigeria.