FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE OTUKPA BENUE STATE ESTABLISHMENT BILL
Bill · Health
A Bill establishes a Federal Medical Centre in Otukpa, Benue State, to improve healthcare delivery in the North Central region. It targets residents of Otukpa and surrounding communities, along with healthcare workers and patients. This aims to expand access to quality medical services.
What Is This Policy?
A bill to establish a Federal Medical Centre in Otukpa, Benue State, to improve healthcare delivery in the North Central region.
Who Does It Target?
Residents of Otukpa and surrounding communities, healthcare workers, and patients in Benue State.
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Expand healthcare access in Benue State, provide quality medical services, and address healthcare infrastructure gaps.
Key Features
Healthcare Access: Brings federal medical services to Otukpa and surrounding communities Community Healthcare: Addresses the healthcare needs of underserved populations Infrastructure Development: Adds to Nigeria's network of Federal Medical Centres
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Under legislative consideration Coverage: Otukpa, Benue State, and surrounding communities Funding: Federal Government appropriation
How to Access
Not yet operational. Healthcare services will be available upon establishment.
Impact & Metrics
Would improve healthcare infrastructure and access in Benue State.
Official Resources
Website: nass.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly, Three Arms Zone, Abuja
Legal Framework
Introduced under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). When established, the Centre would operate under the National Health Act 2014, the Medical and Dental Practitioners Act, the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) regulatory framework, and the Teaching Hospital Scheme of the Federal Ministry of Health. Funded through the annual federal budget and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund.