Dr. Adams explained that the revitalisation effort, which will upgrade more than 150 PHCs to functional level-2 health facilities, underscores the administration’s commitment to improving healthcare access across the state. He added that the project aligns with the government’s broader strategy to achieve universal health coverage for the people of Kogi State, with significant support from the World Bank.
Lokoja, Nigeria – The Kogi State Government has allocated over ₦7 billion for the revitalisation of 88 additional Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across the state’s 21 local government areas.
The initiative was unveiled on Saturday during a ceremony at the Model Primary Healthcare Centre in Felele, Lokoja, where Governor Ahmed Ododo officially handed over the health centres to contractors for rehabilitation. The governor, represented by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abdulazeez Adams, said the new project complements the ongoing upgrade of 70 PHCs, approved in March 2024, which are already at various stages of completion.
Dr. Adams explained that the revitalisation effort, which will upgrade more than 150 PHCs to functional level-2 health facilities, underscores the administration’s commitment to improving healthcare access across the state. He added that the project aligns with the government’s broader strategy to achieve universal health coverage for the people of Kogi State, with significant support from the World Bank.
“As we step into the New Year 2025, we are proud to launch this initiative to enhance healthcare delivery in Kogi State,” the governor said. “This project reflects our dedication to improving the lives of our citizens and addressing the healthcare needs of people at the grassroots level.”
Governor Ododo expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for his focus on improving healthcare access for Nigerians, particularly at the grassroots. He also commended former Governor Yahaya Bello for establishing a strong foundation in the health sector that made this initiative possible.
The governor tasked contractors with adhering to the highest standards of professionalism and ensuring the timely completion of all projects within four months. He called on them to collaborate with local authorities and community stakeholders to safeguard social and environmental standards during the implementation phase.
Additionally, the governor urged communities where the upgraded health centres are located to take ownership of the facilities and ensure their security after completion. Relevant government authorities, led by the state Ministry of Health, were instructed to supervise the projects effectively.
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