By Gabriel Achadu
A regional Christian body, the Northern Christian Association (NCA), has partnered with Equity Health Group and other organisations to deploy 1,000 containerised clinics across Northern Nigeria to expand access to healthcare. The agreement, formalised through a memorandum of understanding, also involves Doktorconnect and United International HMO.
Organisers say the initiative will prioritise underserved and hard-to-reach communities where access to quality healthcare is limited.In a statement issued in Kaduna, NCA Chairman Rev. Joseph John Hayab said the group’s network would support grassroots implementation and improve outreach. He added that the project is designed to complement existing government and private healthcare services.
According to the organisers, each clinic will provide basic medical consultations, maternal and child healthcare, vaccinations, diagnostic services, and telemedicine support. Dr. Princess Ibe of Equity Health Group said the initiative combines physical infrastructure with digital health solutions and insurance coverage to improve service delivery and sustainability.
Northern Nigeria has long faced healthcare access challenges, including infrastructure gaps and low doctor-to-patient ratios. The use of containerised clinics is expected to enable faster deployment and flexibility, particularly in areas with limited facilities.The project will be implemented in phases, with an initial focus on high-need locations. Organisers said it is also expected to create employment opportunities for healthcare workers and support staff.
