
18/08/2025
Tinubu Cuts Kidney Dialysis Cost to ₦12,000..
President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has slashed the cost of kidney dialysis from ₦50,000 to ₦12,000 per session, making the vital treatment more affordable for Nigerians nationwide.
The subsidy is available at key medical institutions across the country, including:
FMC Ebute-Metta, Lagos
FMC Jabi, Abuja
UCH Ibadan
FMC Owerri
UMTH Maiduguri
FMC Abeokuta
LUTH Lagos
FMC Azare
UBTH Benin
UCTH Calabar
The government confirmed that more Federal Medical Centres will join the program before year-end, expanding access to dialysis services.
Medical professionals have praised the move as a lifeline for patients battling kidney disease, significantly reducing treatment costs and financial strain.
This initiative underscores the administration’s commitment to strengthening healthcare and supporting vulnerable Nigerians.