HB.1383·House of Representatives·introduced 26 May 2026·last action 2 months ago
Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (Est.) Bill, 2018
IntroducedHealth
Progress through legislature13%
Overview
- Chamber
- House of Representatives
- Current stage
- Introduced
- Introduced
- 26 May 2026
- Last action
- 26 May 2026
Plain English
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The Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency Bill aims to create an agency to develop and regulate natural medicine in Nigeria.
In plain English
The Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (Est.) Bill, 2018, is a proposed law that seeks to establish an agency responsible for the development, regulation, and promotion of natural medicine in Nigeria. The agency's main goal is to improve the health and wellbeing of Nigerians by providing access to safe, effective, and affordable natural medicine. The bill outlines the agency's powers, functions, and structure, including its governing board, staff, and funding. The agency will be responsible for conducting research, testing, and certification of natural medicine products, as well as providing training and education to practitioners and the public.
How it affects you
- As a patient, you may have access to more affordable and effective natural medicine options.
- As a traditional medicine practitioner, you may be required to register with the agency and follow its guidelines.
- As a consumer, you may be protected from fake or harmful natural medicine products.
Arguments for
- The bill may help to promote the development of Nigeria's natural medicine industry, creating jobs and stimulating economic growth.
- The agency may help to ensure the safety and efficacy of natural medicine products, protecting public health.
Arguments against
- The bill may be seen as an attempt to regulate and restrict the practice of traditional medicine, which could be resisted by some practitioners.
Jargon buster
- Natural medicine
- Medicine that is based on natural products, such as plants, and is used to prevent, diagnose, or treat diseases.
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Timeline
- Introduced26 May 2026current
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