IN VITRO FERTILIZATION BILL
Bill · Governance
A Bill regulates in-vitro fertilization practices in Nigeria. It targets couples seeking fertility treatment and IVF clinics to establish ethical standards and protect patients.
What Is This Policy?
A bill to regulate in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and assisted reproductive technology practices in Nigeria.
Who Does It Target?
Couples seeking fertility treatment, IVF clinics, reproductive specialists, and the public.
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Regulate IVF practices, protect patients, establish ethical standards, and ensure quality assisted reproduction services.
Key Features
Institutional Framework: Establishes clear legal and operational structures Capacity Building: Strengthens institutional and human capacity Public Benefit: Designed to improve service delivery and public outcomes
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Under legislative consideration or active framework Coverage: Nationwide Funding: Federal Government appropriation or relevant mechanism
How to Access
Details available through the National Assembly or relevant government agency.
Impact & Metrics
Would strengthen institutional capacity and improve outcomes in the relevant sector.
Official Resources
Website: nass.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly, Three Arms Zone, Abuja
Legal Framework
To be enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution. Once passed, the bill will operate alongside the Medical and Dental Practitioners Act, the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria regulatory framework, the National Health Act 2014, and the Child Rights Act 2003.