Expanding global health security through local partnerships in Nigeria

This contract aims to enhance the capacities of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) and other relevant Nigerian government entities to better implement the International Health Regulations (IHR) through a strengthened multi-sectoral response framework. Following marked improvements noted in NCDC’s 2023 Joint External Evaluation compared to 2017, this initiative focuses on addressing remaining gaps by bolstering health systems and workforce management. Particular emphasis is placed on supporting sub-national public health institutions, including State Ministries of Health and local government authorities, to improve local-level detection and response capabilities to health threats. The effort is designed to foster collaborative, multisectoral action across national and sub-national levels, thereby enhancing Nigeria’s overall health security and resilience against emerging diseases. Spearheaded by the Centers for Disease Control under the Department of Health and Human Services, the contract reflects a strategic approach to expanding global health security through strengthened local partnerships in Nigeria. The contact point for additional information is Broderick Yoerg, with correspondence facilitated via the CDC.