Overview

The document is the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Establishment) Act, 2018, which is an Act of the National Assembly of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to establish the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC). The Act is divided into seven parts. Part I outlines the objectives, including protecting Nigerians from communicable diseases, maintaining alertness to detect and respond to outbreaks, developing capabilities to control outbreaks, coordinating information networks, making guidelines accessible, communicating public health information, and leading Nigeria's implementation of International Health Regulations. Part II establishes the Centre, detailing its functions (e.g., disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, laboratory services, research, training) and powers (e.g., entering contracts, acquiring property, collaborating with other bodies). Part III establishes the Governing Board, covering its composition, tenure, remuneration, cessation of membership, and functions (e.g., policy formulation, oversight, approval of budgets). Part IV addresses management and staff, including the operational structure, appointment of the Director-General, other staff, and conditions of service. Part V covers financial provisions, such as the fund of the Centre, expenditure, acceptance of gifts, annual estimates, audit, annual reports, and investments. Part VI establishes the National Advisory Council to provide expert advice. Part VII includes miscellaneous provisions on premises, ministerial directives, regulations, legal proceedings, interpretation, and citation. The Act was commenced on 8th November 2018 and published in the Official Gazette on 12th November 2018.

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