Biography

Kelechi Nzeadibe, a seasoned Public Health Specialist with over nine years of experience, specializes in TB, TB/HIV, DR-TB, and HIV program implementation. Currently serving as a Senior Program Officer at the Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria, she provides technical assistance for TB and HIV services across public and private health facilities, including community-based interventions. Her contributions extend beyond frontline work to national policy development for TB and HIV implementation in Nigeria, showcasing her dedication to improving health outcomes both locally and globally through proficient program management.

Expertise

TB Diagnostics
Public Health

Key Impacts

Impact of private sector involvement in TB case finding: Results from 16 newly-included states in Nigeria

The expansion of private sector engagement to 16 additional states in 2024 significantly improved TB case detection, addressing a major gap in Nigeria’s TB response. The results highlight the effectiveness of a structured, incentivized, and tech-enabled approach in mobilizing private providers. Sustaining and scaling this model can enhance early diagnosis, improve linkage to care, and contribute meaningfully to national TB elimination goals.

Source: Conference 2024