… government to mount concerted effort on healthcare in the state
Kwara State has been honoured with a distinguished medal in the health sector by UNICEF, recognising its exemplary performance as the top achiever in the North Central region.
This prestigious recognition highlights the state’s dedicated efforts towards advancing healthcare and enhancing the overall well-being of its populace, a testament to the proactive governance under the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON.
Further reinforcing its commitment to improving healthcare accessibility and quality, Governor AbdulRazaq has unveiled a comprehensive array of people-centric health initiatives. These initiatives encompass various facets of healthcare provision, aiming to address critical needs and uplift the health status of the citizens.
Key among these initiatives is the allocation of funds to support the indigent component of the Kwara State Health Insurance Programme, ensuring that even the most disadvantaged individuals have access to essential healthcare services.
Additionally, significant financial resources have been directed towards facilitating state-wide medical and surgical outreaches, to reach underserved communities and deliver vital healthcare interventions. Moreover, the allocation of funds for immunization programmes underscores the government’s commitment to safeguarding the health of all children in the state, while enhanced nutritional support initiatives seek to promote healthy growth and development among vulnerable populations such as adolescents, lactating mothers, women of childbearing age, and young children.
Furthermore, the governor has earmarked funds to support the IMPACT Programme, which focuses on addressing key health challenges and improving healthcare outcomes across various sectors. Additionally, investments in the Basic Health Care Provision Fund aim to strengthen primary healthcare facilities and enhance the effectiveness of the state’s health insurance system, thereby ensuring equitable access to essential healthcare services for all residents.
Efforts have been made to expand healthcare service delivery by ensuring that every ward in the state has access to adequate healthcare facilities.
This commitment to decentralised healthcare provision underscores the government’s resolve to promote healthcare accessibility across all 16 local government areas.
Looking ahead, Governor AbdulRazaq has outlined ambitious projects aimed at further enhancing the state’s healthcare infrastructure.
These include the establishment of the Kwara State University Teaching Hospital, the construction of new clinic wards, and the expansion of existing hospitals to better cater to the healthcare needs of the growing population.
Through these concerted efforts, the government reaffirms its unwavering commitment to prioritising the health and well-being of all residents of Kwara State.