UN Praises Nigeria's NYSC Health Initiative
Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Apr 10, 2026 · Last updated Apr 12, 2026
The event highlights positive social and health developments in Nigeria, which can indirectly improve investor confidence in the nation's stability and human capital. The Nigeria===National Youth Service Corps' (NYSC) initiatives, supported by the United Nations and other partners, demonstrate a commitment to public welfare.
The United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs, Felipe Paullier, praised Nigeria's Nigeria===National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for its significant contributions to youth development and social inclusion. During his visit to Nigeria, Paullier attended the flag-off of the NYSC's Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD) in Kabusa, Abuja. The NYSC Director-General, Olakunle Nafiu, reported that the HIRD program has provided free medical services to over five million Nigerians since 2014 and aims to reach 45,000 more this year. The initiative is expanding its operations with two new mobile clinics donated by Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, and plans to offer free minor surgeries. This program aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 1 and 3, focusing on poverty eradication and good health and well-being. Partners like Genlab and Rabiu Olowo Foundation support the initiative.
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