The minister stressed the importance of ensuring every Nigerian can access prevention and treatment, regardless of status.
The minister said reforms to the National Cancer Health Fund were underway to improve programme efficiency and impact.
“Childhood cancer is not a death sentence. No child should die due to a lack of funds,” said Ms Adekanye.
The updated lists now include 523 essential medicines for adults and 374 for children.
Mr Pate stated, “If cancers are detected late, even when treatment is available, it may be too late to benefit from it.’’
The minister noted that the increasing burden of cancer in the country needed solutions.
Paediatricians have dispelled common misconceptions about childhood cancer, including the belief that it is contagious and a death sentence.
Mr Oseni emphasised the need for public funding
He explained that because men had breast tissue, they could develop breast cancer, although the condition was rare.
She acknowledged the challenges faced by farmers due to bans on various chemicals.
