Niger State Ministry of Health

Official handle of the Niger State Ministry of Health under the leadership of The Honourable Commissioner for Health Dr. @mmbagana.

[Dr. Murtala Muhammad Bagana @MMBagana]

I just returned from a strategic tour of two of Africa’s finest healthcare institutions—AMCE Abuja and Enugu International Hospital. First, AMCE Abuja: a $300M facility backed by Afreximbank (@AfreximResearch) and King’s College Hospital London (@KingsCollegeLon), delivering world-class tech, research, and specialized care. Next, Enugu International Hospital: a 300-bed quaternary government-owned hospital where Prof. George Ugwu walked us through their advanced systems and operational excellence.

Why does this matter for Niger State? We’re not reinventing the wheel, we’re learning from proven public and private models to reposition IBB Teaching Hospital, Minna as a top-tier center for specialized care in Northern Nigeria. Our goal is clear: bring advanced healthcare closer to Nigerlites, reduce medical tourism, and save more lives through innovation and patient-first systems.

Thanks to both teams for their openness and insights. The work to transform IBB Teaching Hospital has officially begun. Watch this space.

#NigerWillTHRIVE

[Dr. Murtala Muhammad Bagana @MMBagana]

ISLAMIC NEW YEAR MESSAGE.

As we welcome the Islamic New Year, 1448 AH, I extend my warmest greetings to all Muslim brothers and sisters across Niger State. May this sacred period bring divine blessings, peace, and prosperity to our homes and communities. The Hijrah reminds us of the timeless values of faith, perseverance, and renewal virtues that inspire us to embrace positive change in our personal lives and our shared society.

I reaffirm our unwavering commitment to delivering quality, accessible, and affordable healthcare to every Nigerlite. We will continue to strengthen our primary healthcare system, regulate private health facilities, and combat quackery to ensure the well-being of our people. Let us use this new year as an opportunity to prioritize our health, support one another, and work together for a healthier, stronger Niger State. Happy Islamic New Year to you all.

Dr. Murtala Muhammad Bagana
Honourable Commissioner for Health, Niger State

[Niger State Ministry of Health @Nigerstate_MoH]

@HonBago This is how you build a legacy in healthcare.

#NigerWillTHRIVE

[Niger State Ministry of Health @Nigerstate_MoH]

Niger State is serious about healthcare transformation.
The Health Commissioner @MMBagana & CMD of IBB Specialist Hospital just went on a strategic tour of two of Africa’s leading medical facilities to shape the future of IBB Teaching Hospital, Minna.

[Niger State Ministry of Health @Nigerstate_MoH]

…IBB Teaching Hospital, Minna as a top-tier center for specialized care in Northern Nigeria.
Reducing medical tourism. Improving outcomes for Nigerlites.

Gov Bago (@HonBago)’s New Niger Agenda means business.
Tech-driven, patient-centered, world-class care closer to home.

[Dr. Murtala Muhammad Bagana @MMBagana]

This morning, I had the distinct honour of representing His Excellency, Farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago (@HonBago), the Governor of Niger State, alongside His Royal Highness, Alh. Dr. Yahaya Abubakar CFR, the Etsu Nupe, to observe the Eid El-Adha prayer at the Bida Eid Praying Ground.

It was a profound moment of spiritual reflection, unity, and supplication for our great state and nation. As we celebrate the spirit of sacrifice and obedience to Allah, I also reaffirm our commitment in the Ministry of Health to continue sacrificing for the well-being of every citizen of Niger State.

Eid Mubarak to you all. May our prayers and sacrifices be accepted.

[Aliyu, H. S. @HASPhD]

Even if you haven't accomplished anything in the whole of 2026, donating a pint of blood at the #MinnaBloodDrive means you've saved someone's life.

🅰️🅱️🆎🅾️
#DonateBloodSaveLives

[Dr. Murtala Muhammad Bagana @MMBagana]

"Happy Democracy Day, dear Nigerlites. On this day, I reaffirm our commitment to a healthier, stronger Niger State. Let us continue to work together for the well-being of every citizen. Your health remains our priority."

[Niger State Ministry of Health @Nigerstate_MoH]

Happy Democracy Day!

[Dr. Murtala Muhammad Bagana @MMBagana]

We walked into the room with the biggest elephant in Nigeria's health sector, the Gates Foundation(@Gates_Nigeria). As the largest donor and development partner in our country's healthcare space, their support is vital. But my message was simple, Niger State is no longer waiting for help. We are executing.

I had the privilege of presenting His Excellency, Farmer Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago(@HonBago)'s ambitious health transformation agenda. We didn't just talk problems. We talked real reforms on polio eradication, routine immunization, nutrition, maternal and child health, and integrated service delivery.

Hard-to-reach communities can no longer be left behind. With data-driven solutions and strong partnerships, we will scale impact and strengthen our health systems.

Our shared commitments going forward are; every child vaccinated, every mother gets quality care and every community enjoys resilient health services

With sustained collaboration, Niger State will not just catch up, we will become Nigeria's leading example of healthcare innovation and impact.

#NigerWillTHRIVE

[Niger State Ministry of Health @Nigerstate_MoH]

@MMBagana @HonBago #NigerWillTHRIVE

Media Team
Office of the Honourable Commissioner for Health,
Niger State
June 11, 2026

[Niger State Ministry of Health @Nigerstate_MoH]

AT THE GATES FOUNDATION: TURNING CHALLENGES INTO OPPORTUNITIES

Our final engagement brought us to the elephant in the room, the Gates Foundation (@gatesfoundation), widely recognized as the largest donor and development partner in Nigeria's healthcare sector. The visit

[Niger State Ministry of Health @Nigerstate_MoH]

@MMBagana @HonBago services. As discussions concluded, there was a strong sense of optimism that through sustained partnership with the Gates Foundation, Niger State can unlock transformative health outcomes and become a leading example of healthcare innovation and impact in Nigeria.