Evaluating National Malaria Control Policies in Nigeria: Challenges and Opportunities

Malaria remains a major public health concern in Nigeria, accounting for a substantial portion of the global burden of the disease. Despite years of intervention through various national malaria control policies, including vector control, insecticide-treated nets (ITNs), and case management with artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACTs), malaria continues to pose significant challenges. This review critically evaluates Nigeria’s national malaria control policies, identifying key barriers to their effectiveness and highlighting opportunities for improvement. The review focuses on strategic interventions, healthcare infrastructure, funding mechanisms, community engagement, and innovative approaches to policy reform. The findings suggest that overcoming challenges such as inadequate healthcare infrastructure, insecticide resistance, poor funding, and limited community engagement is essential for strengthening malaria control efforts. The study concludes by offering policy recommendations and opportunities for enhanced collaboration between government, international organizations, and local communities to reduce the burden of malaria and work towards its elimination. Keywords: Malaria control, Nigeria, National Malaria Control Policies, vector control.