Nigeria’s Federal Government has allocated about ₦70.6 billion to primary healthcare services between 2023 and 2025, while spending approximately ₦2.2 billion annually on vaccines for routine immunisation, according to the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA).
The figures were disclosed on April 22, 2026, as health authorities highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen immunisation coverage and improve healthcare delivery across the country.
The agency noted that vaccine financing in Nigeria is supported through a partnership between the government and international donors, including Gavi the Vaccine Alliance, which plays a major role in procurement and distribution.
According to officials, the annual vaccine budget covers routine immunisation programmes targeting preventable diseases, as well as essential logistics such as cold chain systems, syringes, and outreach campaigns.
The NPHCDA further explained that broader investments in primary healthcare particularly through the Basic Health Care Provision Fund are aimed at expanding access to essential services at the grassroots level.
Despite the increased funding, health experts have raised concerns about sustainability, warning that gaps in financing persist and could affect long-term immunisation efforts and service delivery.
The latest figures underscore both progress and ongoing challenges within Nigeria’s healthcare system, where government funding and donor support remain crucial to maintaining routine immunisation and strengthening primary healthcare infrastructure.