Kaduna State has emerged the best performing state in Primary Health Care in the Northwest, underscoring Governor Uba Sani’s strong commitment to transforming the health sector.
The state Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe, who received the international recognition and a cash prize of $500,000 on behalf on the government, stated that the award is a testimony of Governor Uba Sani’s exceptional healthcare investments and leadership.
She said: ‘’For Kaduna State, the award represents more than just financial recognition. It stands as a testament to the state’s dedicated health team and their tireless efforts to enhance healthcare services for residents.”
The $500,000 cash prize is expected to further support Kaduna State’s ongoing healthcare initiatives and continued improvements in primary healthcare delivery, she said.
The Special Assistant on Media to the State Governor, Malam Ibraheem Musa, explained in a press release that the Deputy Governor was accompanied by the Commissioner of Health and the Executive Secretary of the Primary Health Care Board to the gala night hosted by the Nigerian Governors’ Forum at the Banquet Hall in Aso Villa, Abuja, where the award was given.
He added: “The PHC Leadership Challenge, which gave the award, recognises Kaduna State’s significant investments and strategic approach to improving public health infrastructure and service delivery.
“It is a flagship programme which was initiated in 2019, following the Seattle Declaration that aims to strengthen state governors’ commitment to primary healthcare.
“The programme is a collaborative effort involving the Nigerian Governors Forum, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, UNICEF, Aliko Dangote Foundation, and the National Primary Health Care Development Agency.”
