NATIONAL SENIOR CITIZENS CENTRE ACT, 2017

An Act that establishes the National Senior Citizens Centre to coordinate welfare services for Nigerians aged 60 and above. It targets federal and state agencies, civil society organizations, and families to enhance elder care and social protection.

What Is This Policy?

An Act establishing the National Senior Citizens Centre to coordinate Nigeria's response to the needs and welfare of elderly Nigerians aged 60 and above.

Who Does It Target?

Nigerian citizens aged 60 and above Federal and state agencies providing elder care services Civil society organisations supporting the elderly Families of elderly Nigerians

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Provide a dedicated institutional framework for improving the wellbeing of Nigeria's elderly population through social protection, healthcare, and community engagement programmes.

Key Features

Senior Citizen Centre: Establishes the National Senior Citizens Centre as the apex body for elder welfare in Nigeria. Social Protection: Coordinates social protection programmes including social pensions and healthcare for elderly Nigerians. Elder Rights: Advocates for the rights and dignity of elderly citizens, including protection from abuse and neglect. Partnerships: Builds partnerships with state governments, NGOs, and international bodies on elder welfare.

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active - Centre is operational Coverage: Nationwide Beneficiaries: Nigerian citizens aged 60 and above Funding: Federal Government appropriations

How to Access

Elderly Nigerians may access Centre programmes through designated centres nationwide Caregivers and families may contact the Centre for support and information State governments may partner with the Centre for elder welfare programmes Application method: Contact the National Senior Citizens Centre.

Official Resources

Website: Not publicly available Contact: National Senior Citizens Centre

Legal Framework

The National Senior Citizens Centre Act 2017 establishes the NSCC under statute. It operates alongside the National Policy on Ageing, the Employees Compensation Act 2010, the Pension Reform Act 2014, and the National Health Act 2014. Constitutional authority derives from Section 16(2)(d) of the 1999 Constitution (the State's duty to provide social security). Nigeria's obligations under the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA) and the African Union Policy Framework on Ageing provide the international context.