UK-Backed Koyo Navigate App Launches in Abuja to Tackle Nigeria’s Healthcare Access Challenges

In a bid to close Nigeria’s persistent healthcare access gaps, Koyo HealthTech Ltd, a United Kingdom, backed digital health company, has officially launched its flagship product, the Koyo Navigate App, in Abuja. During a press briefing and public activation attended by healthcare stakeholders, tech enthusiasts, and policy influencers.

The Koyo Navigate App is a digital health platform designed to connect users directly to verified medical professionals and trustworthy health information. According to the developers, the app aims to simplify how Nigerians seek healthcare by offering an integrated system that ensures safety, credibility, and convenience.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Tom Cracknell, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Koyo HealthTech Ltd, described the launch as a commitment to improving healthcare accessibility across Africa.

“The launch of the Koyo Navigate App in Nigeria is not just a market entry; it is an investment in the future of African health,” Cracknell said. “We chose Nigeria as our flagship market because of its potential and the pressing need for verified healthcare services. Our goal is to empower users with reliable information and trusted connections to qualified medical professionals.”

Cracknell added that the platform employs a verification system that rigorously checks practitioners’ credentials to ensure that users are engaging only with legitimate healthcare providers. The app also provides curated, evidence-based health information to counter the spread of misinformation that has become prevalent in the post-pandemic era.

The launch comes at a crucial time when Nigeria’s health system continues to face major challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, shortages of trained personnel, and unequal access to quality care. Despite being Africa’s largest economy, the country still struggles with poor health outcomes, particularly in rural and underserved communities.

Koyo’s entry into the Nigerian market aligns with global efforts to strengthen digital health ecosystems and foster collaboration between public and private sectors. The company says its technology-driven approach is anchored on transparency, empathy, and user empowerment.

“Our mission is to make healthcare more accessible, affordable, and human-centered,” Cracknell explained. “We are here to partner with local health institutions and innovators to transform how Nigerians experience healthcare, from stress and uncertainty to simplicity and trust.”

The Koyo Navigate App launch marks the beginning of the company’s broader plan to expand across African markets, leveraging technology to deliver data-driven, quality healthcare solutions.

With increasing smartphone penetration and growing digital literacy, health experts believe that innovations like Koyo Navigate could help bridge Nigeria’s healthcare divide, empowering citizens with credible medical guidance while reducing the strain on overstretched health facilities.

Koyo HealthTech Ltd reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with Nigerian health authorities and stakeholders to strengthen service delivery and build a healthier, digitally connected population

Keywords: healthcare, technology, medical.