Nigeria’s ambition to modernize its healthcare system took a major leap forward at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), where the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), through its subsidiary NSIA Advanced Medical Services (MedServe), unveiled a landmark decade-long strategic partnership with Siemens Healthineers.
Rather than a routine equipment procurement, the collaboration represents a comprehensive national push to expand advanced diagnostics, build local capacity, and embed sustainable technology solutions into the country’s healthcare infrastructure.
Under the 10-year agreement, Siemens Healthineers will support MedServe’s nationwide expansion program with cutting-edge medical imaging technologies and long-term technical expertise.
The first phase of the partnership will see the full outfitting of 10 new MedServe diagnostic centers set to commence operations across Nigeria—significantly boosting access to high-quality radiology services for millions of citizens.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Tolulope Adewole, MD/CEO of MedServe, emphasized the transformative impact of the initiative: “This 10-year partnership with Siemens Healthineers is a pivotal step in our mission to build a resilient and sustainable advanced healthcare system that provides equitable access for Nigerians.
“We are consolidating our relationship with a trusted technology leader to not only supply critical equipment, but also to develop local expertise. This initial deployment across our 10 new sites marks the beginning of a shared journey to enhance diagnostic access and improve clinical outcomes nationwide.”
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.”
MedServe remains committed to delivering equitable healthcare access to Nigerians through strategic partnerships, capacity enhancement, and healthcare infrastructure investments.
Siemens Healthineers pioneers breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. The company is a global provider of healthcare equipment, solutions and services, with activities in more than 180 countries and direct representation in more than 70. The group comprises Siemens Healthineers AG, listed as SHL in Frankfurt, Germany, and its subsidiaries.
As a leading medical technology company, Siemens Healthineers is committed to improving access to healthcare for underserved communities worldwide and is striving to overcome the most threatening diseases.
The company is principally active in the areas of imaging, diagnostics, cancer care and minimally invasive therapies, augmented by digital technology and artificial intelligence. In fiscal 2025, which ended on September 30, 2025, Siemens Healthineers had approximately 74,000 employees worldwide and generated revenue of around €23.4 billion. Further information is available at siemens-healthineers.com.
The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority is an investment institution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, established by the Nigeria Sovereign Wealth Act (2011) to manage and invest in a diversified portfolio of medium and long-term funds.
Its mission is to drive sustained economic development for the benefit of all Nigerians through building a savings base, enhancing infrastructure development, and providing, economic stabilisation support. NSIA operates three distinct funds: the Stabilisation Fund, The Future Generations Fund, and the Nigeria Infrastructure Fund.
