Nigeria has spent $500 million on polio eradication, but challenges remain – Health minister Nigeria has spent $500 million on polio eradication efforts, but challenges remain in fully eliminating circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus (cVDPV). The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during a high-level meeting with the Polio Oversight Board, development partners, and government officials. He expressed concern over the financial burden of polio eradication, stating that despite strong political commitment, Nigeria continues to face operational challenges hindering the complete eradication of poliovirus. Read More 👇 https://nairametrics.com/2025/02/28/nigeria-has-spent-500-million-on-polio-eradication-but-challenges-remain-health-minister/