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Kaduna emerges best state in primary health care

Kaduna State has emerged as the best-performing state in Primary Health Care in the North West region of the country.

The deputy governor of Kaduna State, Dr Hadiza Balarabe, made this known while receiving international recognition and a cash prize of $500,000 on behalf of the state government at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Friday, December 13, 2024.

Speaking at the gala night hosted by the Nigerian Governors’ Forum at the Presidential Villa, Balarabe stated that the award was a testimony of the Kaduna State 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.

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“The $500,000 cash prize will further support Kaduna State’s ongoing healthcare initiatives and continued improvements in primary healthcare delivery.

“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.”

The PHC Challenge is a flagship programme which was initiated in 2019, following the Seattle Declaration that aims to strengthen governors’ commitment to primary health care.

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.

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Segun Ojo

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