In a landmark move set to transform Nigeria's healthcare landscape, the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has announced a major partnership to dramatically expand access to critical diagnostic services across the nation.
A Nationwide Network for Advanced Diagnostics
The initiative will be executed by NSIA's healthcare subsidiary, NSIA Advanced Medical Services Limited, widely known as MedServe, in collaboration with the global medical technology leader, GE HealthCare. The core of the plan involves the strategic establishment of 10 new diagnostic centres in key regions throughout Nigeria.
This rollout forms the crucial first phase of MedServe's broader healthcare expansion programme. The centres are slated to be commissioned and become operational in the first half of 2026. Their primary mission is to make advanced healthcare, specifically reliable diagnostic imaging, accessible to a larger population of Nigerians.
Technology and Long-Term Support Through Strategic Pact
To power this ambitious national project, NSIA and MedServe have entered into a 10-year strategic agreement with GE HealthCare. This long-term partnership is designed to ensure not just the installation of cutting-edge equipment but also sustained operational support.
The new centres will be equipped with a suite of modern diagnostic imaging systems, including:
- CT Scanners
- Mammography units
- Digital X-ray systems
- Advanced ultrasound systems
Beyond the hardware, the agreement covers comprehensive long-term service support, maintenance, and crucially, capacity-building training for local healthcare professionals.
Leadership Hails Transformative Potential
Dr. Tolu Adewole, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of MedServe, described the collaboration as a pivotal milestone. "This agreement represents a pivotal milestone in Nigeria's healthcare journey," he stated. "By combining world-class technology with local expertise, we are strengthening the national healthcare system and expanding access to reliable diagnostic services for millions of Nigerians." He emphasised that the centres will be instrumental in enabling timely testing, early disease detection, and ultimately, improved health outcomes countrywide.
Echoing this sentiment, Dr. George Uduku, General Manager for GE HealthCare West Africa, highlighted the priority of closing the gap in diagnostic access. "Access to advanced diagnostic services remains a top priority for the country," Dr. Uduku said. "Through this collaboration with MedServe, we are helping to close that gap by bringing imaging technology closer to communities."
He further outlined their holistic goal: "Our aim is to enable earlier diagnosis, improve treatment decisions, and strengthen local capacity through training and long-term support—so that more Nigerians can receive the care they need, when they need it." Dr. Uduku expressed pride in the partnership, noting its potential to strengthen the entire healthcare system through the fusion of advanced technology, training, and sustained service support.
This large-scale initiative marks a significant step forward in addressing one of the fundamental challenges in Nigerian healthcare: the availability of quality diagnostic infrastructure. By decentralising advanced imaging services, the project promises to reduce delays in diagnosis, facilitate earlier medical intervention, and improve the overall standard of care for millions.
