IMPROVING THE FUNCTIONALITY OF PRIMARY HEALTHCARE CENTERS IN NIGERIA (PRIORITIZING POLICY & LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS FOR OPTIMAL BASIC HEALTHCARE SERVICES BEYOND COVID19)

Abstract

Sustainable uninterrupted electricity supply plays an important role in the improvement of healthcare delivery and should be an integral component in the policy designs and operations of healthcare infrastructure. However, a review of key health sector policy strategies, plans, guidelines and laws in Nigeria, shows a lack of emphasis on the importance of uninterrupted electricity supply in the health sector. Existing policy and legislative frameworks gloss over the integration of sustainable energy solutions, despite compelling evidence that shows that clean sustainable energy alternatives can help to significantly improve healthcare services. This policy review identifies key health sector legislation, policies, regulations and guidelines. It suggests ways to infuse sustainable constant energy supply to increase the functionality of primary healthcare facilities in Nigeria.