FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE KEFFI ACT

What Is This Policy?

An Act establishing the Federal Medical Centre in Keffi, Nasarawa State, to provide tertiary healthcare services as part of the nationwide FMC initiative.

Who Does It Target?

Residents of Nasarawa State and surrounding communities requiring specialist and general medical care.

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Deliver quality tertiary healthcare services to Nasarawa State, which lacks a Federal University Teaching Hospital, and reduce healthcare access gaps.

Key Features

Tertiary Healthcare: Provides general and specialist medical services Historical Legacy: Built on the site of the former General Hospital established in 1957 Part of 44 FMCs: One of 44 FMCs announced by President Obasanjo in 1999 Comprehensive Services: Offers a wide range of medical specialties

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Fully operational since establishment in April 2000 Coverage: Keffi, Nasarawa State Funding: Federal Government through the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare

How to Access

Visit the facility directly or obtain referrals from primary/secondary health facilities. Valid identification Referral for specialist services NHIS enrollment (where applicable)

Impact & Metrics

Serves as the primary tertiary health facility in Nasarawa State, providing critical specialist services.

Official Resources

Website: N/A (Contact Federal Ministry of Health)

Legal Framework

The Federal Medical Centre Keffi Act establishes the Centre under statute. It operates under the National Health Act 2014, the Federal Medical Centres Act, the Medical and Dental Practitioners Act, and the Nursing and Midwifery Act. The National Health Insurance Authority Act 2022 governs the Centre's participation in the national health insurance framework. The Tertiary Education Trust Fund Act 2011 supports capital development of federal health institutions.