The Zamfara State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Nafisa Muhammad Maradun, has called for urgent action to address critical health challenges, saying six points planned to revitalize healthcare system have been outlined for the state.
According to information officer Ministry of Health Suleiman Isah, the commissioner disclosed this during a meeting with health partners to review 2024 progress and strategize for implementing the 2025 AOP that was developed using the sector-wide approach in the state.
Dr. Nafisa Maradun outlined a six-point plan to revitalize the healthcare system, emphasizing strategic stakeholder engagement, a comprehensive assessment of existing health system gaps, immediate action to improve service delivery across the state, robust health awareness campaigns to educate the public, rigorous monitoring and evaluation of all health programs, and a concerted effort to build the capacity of healthcare providers at all levels.
“This is not merely a discussion, this is a call to action, the health of Zamfara depends on our collective will to translate our commitments into concrete and tangible results,” the Commissioner said.
Speaking, World Health Organization Zamfara State Coordinator, Dr. Raji, commended the state government for convening health partners to review 2024 progress and strategize for implementing the 2025 AOP that was developed using the Sector Wide Approach.
He emphasised the alignment of this review meeting with partners to ensure the implementation of the plan follows the “One Plan, One Budget, One Report, and One Conversation” SWAp way which will prevent duplication of efforts by partners and ensure maximizing the use of available resources in the state.
Dr. Raji further stressed the importance of reactivating the State Monitoring and Evaluation working group to enhance data quality and evidence-based decision-making within the health sector.
In his remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Malam Bashiru Surajo Gusau, urged all partners to prioritise data accuracy and integrity.
He emphasised the crucial role of well-trained data handlers in enabling effective planning, implementation, and evaluation of health programs within the state.
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