Overview

The document is the revised 2019 National Health Promotion Policy of Nigeria, published by the Federal Ministry of Health. It serves as a comprehensive guide for health promotion in Nigeria, replacing the 2006 edition. The foreword by the Honourable Minister of Health, Professor Isaac F. Adewole, highlights that health promotion is crucial for preventing diseases and improving population health. The revision addresses underperformance of the 2006 policy due to weak implementation roadmaps, poor management structures, inadequate infrastructure across government tiers, and lack of political prioritization. The revised policy aims to set standards, define best practices, expand the skills base of health promoters, and align with the Sustainable Development Goals and Universal Health Coverage. It emphasizes strengthening planning, review systems, and stakeholder partnership. The acknowledgement section credits the National Health Promotion Forum, resource persons, federal and state ministries, and development partners for their contributions.

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