Nigeria records over 510,000 TB cases annually, the highest in Africa.
Government is expanding testing with new diagnostic technologies and community-led efforts.
Over 1,000 new diagnostic devices are being deployed to improve access to care.
Experts say funding gaps, stigma, and weak health systems remain major challenges.
Nigeria is strengthening its fight against tuberculosis (TB) through community-driven strategies, increased local funding, and the introduction of modern diagnostic technologies.
At a pre-World TB Day briefing in Abuja, health officials said the country is making progress but still faces a heavy disease burden, with more than 510,000 cases reported yearly.
Nigeria remains the highest TB-burdened country in Africa and ranks sixth globally.
Charles Nzelu of the Federal Ministry of Health said the country has improved in detecting TB cases under its 2021–2026 national plan.
He added that over 1,000 new diagnostic machines are being deployed to expand testing, especially in rural areas.
Officials also noted that TB is curable, with treatment typically lasting six to nine months.
Despite progress, major challenges remain.
These include: Persistent stigma....
