By George Omagbemi Sylvester
Nigeria spends about N2.2 billion annually on vaccines for routine immunisation, alongside donor support, while also releasing about N70.6 billion to primary healthcare services between 2023 and 2025, according to the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA).
The disclosure was made on April 22, 2026, as health authorities outlined ongoing investments aimed at strengthening immunisation coverage and improving healthcare delivery across the country.
According to the NPHCDA, vaccine financing in Nigeria is jointly supported by the federal government and development partners, including Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, which continues to play a key role in procurement and distribution support.
Officials noted that the annual vaccine spending covers routine immunisation programmes targeting preventable diseases, as well as operational costs such as cold chain logistics, syringes, and outreach campaigns.
The agency also highlighted that broader primary healthcare funding, including allocations to facilities under the Basic Health Care Provision Fund, is part of efforts to expand access to essential health services nationwide.
Despite these investments, health experts have continued to stress the need for improved financing sustainability, warning that Nigeria still faces funding gaps in immunisation and primary healthcare delivery.
The figures reflect a growing but still pressured health financing system, where government spending and donor contributions remain critical in sustaining routine immunisation and strengthening grassroots healthcare infrastructure.
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