- The Minister of Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, revealed these products.
- Nnaji revealed the Federal Government’s intention to establish an innovation fund.
The Nigerian Natural Medicine Development Agency has introduced four herbal products designed for managing diabetes and sickle cell disease, as well as treating upper respiratory tract infections and reducing rapid aging.
The Minister of Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, revealed these products during an official visit to NNMDA in Lagos, highlighting the government’s commitment to investing in natural medicine as a cost-effective alternative to imported drugs.
The minister said, “I am happy to have verified so many products they have developed. They have those that treat arthritis, diabetes, and hypertension, including the four products that I launched this afternoon.
“This is part of the reason why I am here to launch the four products.
“The drugs are foreign substitutes. You have one for diabetes, you have the one for aging, you have the one for sickle cell, and then the one for upper respiratory tract infection that will replace Augmentin. We should be celebrating.’’
Nnaji revealed the Federal Government’s intention to establish an innovation fund aimed at supporting research and development in research institutions, emphasizing the pivotal role of research in fostering development. Prof. Martins Emeje, the Director-General of NNMDA, echoed this sentiment, urging Nigerians to reduce reliance on imported drugs for their healthcare requirements.
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