A comprehensive analysis of data from the Central Bank of Nigeria’s quarterly statistical bulletins reveals that Nigerians spent over $3.6 billion on foreign healthcare during the eight-year tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari. The amount, categorized under “Health-Related and Social Services,” represents the cumulative foreign exchange outflows from June 2015 to May 2023, covering the entirety of Buhari’s two-term presidency from May 29, 2015, to May 28, 2023. This substantial expenditure highlights the significant reliance on international healthcare services during his administration.
