By Mike Odeh James, Kaduna
The Northern Christian Association (NCA), formerly known as Northern CAN, has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Equity Health Group and partners Doktorconnect and United International HMO to roll out 1,000 containerised clinics across the country.
The initiative is designed to reach communities with little or no access to quality healthcare, with special focus on Northern Nigeria, where medical facilities are often scarce.
In a statement issued to journalists in Kaduna on Friday, NCA Chairman Rev. Joseph John Hayab said the agreement—signed with Dr. Princess Ibe at Equity Hospital in Lekki, Lagos—marks a strategic collaboration between the Christian body and private health stakeholders.
Rev. Hayab stressed the importance of faith-based organisations in driving grassroots development, adding that the NCA’s wide network will be key to reaching vulnerable populations.
He explained that the project will help fill critical gaps in primary healthcare, complementing government and private sector efforts, particularly in rural and hard-to-reach areas.
Each containerised clinic, he said, will provide basic medical consultations, maternal and child healthcare, vaccinations, diagnostic services, and telemedicine-enabled consultations.
Dr. Princess Ibe described the partnership as a reflection of Equity Health Group’s commitment to innovative and inclusive healthcare delivery. She noted that blending physical clinics with digital health tools and insurance coverage is essential to building a sustainable health system.
Northern Nigeria has been prioritised due to its low doctor-to-patient ratios and severe infrastructure shortfalls. The containerised model allows for rapid deployment even in areas with poor infrastructure or security challenges, while offering flexibility and scalability.
Beyond healthcare access, the 1,000 clinics are expected to generate employment for medical professionals and support staff. The rollout will be phased, starting with the most high-need regions in the North.
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