Nigeria, March 17 -- Nigeria is strengthening efforts to combat tuberculosis (TB) through improved diagnostic technology, community-level interventions and expanded access to treatment.
The National TB, Buruli Ulcer, and Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP) says recent innovations are helping to identify more patients and close long-standing gaps in TB diagnosis and treatment across the country.
The Acting National Coordinator of the NTBLCP, Clement Adesigbin disclosed this during a press conference ahead of the 2026 World TB Day in Abuja on Tuesday.
Mr Adesigbin said identifying people living with TB has historically been one of the country's biggest challenges but noted that new digital systems and advanced testing tools are improving ca...