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NNMDA says funding challenges, infrastructure gaps slowing herbal medicine research, integration into healthcare
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NNMDA says funding challenges, infrastructure gaps slowing herbal medicine research, integration into healthcare

The Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) highlighted significant challenges hindering the development and integration of herbal medicine into Nigeria's healthcare system. These include insufficient funding, lack of research infrastructure, outdated equipment, and limited public awareness. The agency's Director-General, Martins Emeje, discussed these issues during a meeting with the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Kingsley Udeh, in Lagos. He emphasized the need for expanded research facilities, improved clinical evaluation protocols, and a dedicated clinical observation laboratory. While the minister acknowledged the agency's requests, he indicated that alternative funding solutions would be explored rather than relying solely on government budgets.

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NNMDA says funding challenges, infrastructure gaps slowing herbal medicine research, integration into healthcare

The Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) highlighted significant challenges hindering the development and integration of herbal medicine into Nigeria's healthcare system. These include insufficient funding, lack of research infrastructure, outdated equipment, and limited public awareness. The agency's Director-General, Martins Emeje, discussed these issues during a meeting with the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Kingsley Udeh, in Lagos. He emphasized the need for expanded research facilities, improved clinical evaluation protocols, and a dedicated clinical observation laboratory. While the minister acknowledged the agency's requests, he indicated that alternative funding solutions would be explored rather than relying solely on government budgets.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the challenges faced by the NNMDA without overtly favoring any political ideology. It reports on the agency's stated concerns and the minister's response without introducing ideological slant or emphasizing specific political agendas. The framing remains客观,

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