Siemens Healthineers, NSIA sign 10-year deal to modernise Nigeria’s diagnostic infrastructure

Siemens Healthineers and the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) have sealed a 10-year strategic partnership aimed at overhauling Nigeria’s diagnostic infrastructure.

This collaboration is focused on advancing diagnostic capabilities across the country through the provision of cutting-edge medical imaging technology as well as capacity-building initiatives to ensure sustainable support for MedServe’s healthcare expansion program.

To mark the commencement of this long-term agreement, Siemens Healthineers will equip the 10 new MedServe centers that will soon be operational across the country to significantly improve access to high-quality medical imaging for the people of Nigeria.

Dr. Tolulope Adewole, the managing director & CEO, NSIA Advanced Medical Services (MedServe) at the event, noted that “This 10-year partnership with Siemens Healthineers is a pivotal step in our strategic mission to build a resilient and sustainable advanced healthcare system that provides equitable access for Nigerians.

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“We are consolidating our relationship with a trusted technology leader to not only supply critical equipment but to also develop local expertise. This initial deployment across our 10 new sites is the beginning of a shared journey to enhance diagnostic access and improve clinical outcomes across our nation.”

Dr. Bernd Ohnesorge, president, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Siemens Healthineers, said, “We are deeply honored that NSIA has chosen to expand our partnership. Having already established a strong collaboration in oncology, we are proud to extend our joint efforts into diagnostic imaging.

“This strategic agreement reflects our shared, long-term commitment to the future of Nigerian healthcare. We will support NSIA with world-class technology, comprehensive training, and our full expertise across medical imaging and oncology care systems to ensure this initiative delivers a lasting, positive impact for Nigerians.”

Royal Ibeh is a senior journalist with years of experience reporting on Nigeria’s technology and health sectors. She currently covers the Technology and Health beats for BusinessDay newspaper, where she writes in-depth stories on digital innovation, telecom infrastructure, healthcare systems, and public health policies.

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