National Policy on Ageing

A Policy provides a comprehensive framework to address the needs and rights of older persons in Nigeria. It promotes active aging, social protection, and specialized healthcare access for citizens aged 60 and above. The policy aims to ensure economic security and dignity for older Nigerians while combating ageism.

What Is This Policy?

Provides a policy framework to address the needs and rights of older persons in Nigeria, promoting active ageing, social protection, healthcare access, and dignity for citizens aged 60 and above.

Who Does It Target?

Older persons aged 60 and above Federal, state, and LGA social welfare agencies Healthcare providers serving older populations Family caregivers and community support networks

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Ensure social protection and economic security for older Nigerians Improve access to healthcare tailored to older persons' needs Promote intergenerational solidarity and combat ageism Mainstream ageing into national development planning

Key Features

Social Pension Commitment: Supports expansion of social pension schemes for older persons not covered by formal pensions. Geriatric Healthcare: Promotes development of geriatric care units in public hospitals. Anti-Discrimination Provisions: Protects older persons from age-based discrimination in employment and services.

Current Status

The National Policy on Ageing is active and being implemented, following its revision in 2022.

Legal Framework

The National Policy on Ageing operates under the National Social Development Policy, the Employees Compensation Act 2010, and the Labour Act. It aligns with the National Pension Reform Act 2014, the National Health Policy, and Nigeria's obligations under the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA) and the African Union Policy Framework and Plan of Action on Ageing. The National Agency for the Welfare of the Elderly provides the institutional implementing framework.