Lagos needs 33,000 more doctors to cater for growing population – Commissioner

Lagos State Government has disclosed that the state needs about 40,000 medical doctors to adequately cater for its growing population, but currently has only about 7,000 doctors in the system, leaving a deficit of more than 33,000 physicians. The post Lagos needs 33,000 more doct...

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May 12, 2026 · 15:17 · 5 min read

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Lagos needs 33,000 more doctors to cater for growing population – Commissioner