The Federal Government has announced plans to procure 25 additional linear accelerators between 2027 and 2029 to expand cancer treatment capacity and strengthen cancer control across the country. The President of the Nigerian Cancer Society, Prof. Abidemi Omonisi, commended the government for promoting a coordinated approach to cancer prevention and treatment. AdvertisementEarlier, the Chair of the NCCP Technical Working Group, Prof. Folakemi Odedina, said the group had moved rapidly from planning to implementation. She added that the Global Advisory Council was providing expertise in cancer prevention, treatment, genomics, implementation science, workforce development, data management and artificial intelligence. The meeting reviewed progress under the National Cancer Control Plan and explored strategies for strengthening coordinated action on cancer prevention, early detection, treatment, research and survivorship care in Nigeria.