Orthopaedic Hospitals Management Board (Amendment) Bill

A Bill amends the governance and funding of the Orthopaedic Hospitals Management Board. It targets federal orthopaedic hospitals, their staff, and patients to improve care services. This modernises operations and enhances accessibility nationwide.

Orthopaedic Hospitals Management Board (Amendment) Bill Policy Overview

What Is This Policy?

A legislative amendment to modernise the governance structure, funding mechanisms, and operational mandate of the Orthopaedic Hospitals Management Board (OHMB), responsible for managing federal orthopaedic hospitals across Nigeria.

Who Does It Target?

Federal orthopaedic hospitals and their management boards Patients requiring orthopaedic and trauma care services Healthcare workers in specialised orthopaedic facilities Ministry of Health and federal health regulators

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Strengthen administrative and financial autonomy of the OHMB Improve quality and accessibility of orthopaedic care nationwide Modernise governance with updated accountability frameworks Expand scope to include trauma, rehabilitation, and prosthetics services

Key Features

Current Status

Funding: Federal Government budget allocations and internally generated revenue

How to Access

Services accessed via referral from primary/secondary healthcare facilities or directly at federal orthopaedic hospitals. Requirements: Valid government-issued ID Medical referral letter (where applicable) NHIS card or alternative health insurance documentation Application method: Direct presentation at any Federal Orthopaedic Hospital outpatient department

Impact & Metrics

Nigeria has an estimated 2 million+ persons with orthopaedic conditions; the amendment targets improved service delivery across all geopolitical zones.

Official Resources

Website: www.fmoh.gov.ng Contact: Federal Ministry of Health — [email protected] Federal Republic of Nigeria — Policy Summary Document | March 2026

Legal Framework

The Orthopaedic Hospitals Management Board (Amendment) Bill operates under the Orthopaedic Hospitals Management Board Act, the National Health Act 2014, and the Medical and Dental Practitioners Act. It aligns with the Federal Medical Centres Act, the Nursing and Midwifery (Registration, etc.) Act, and the National Health Insurance Authority Act 2022 on reimbursement for procedures at federal orthopaedic centres.