Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to partnering with international donor agencies to drive growth and development in the state.
This was stated during a courtesy visit by a UNICEF delegation to the Government House in Birnin Kebbi.
Governor Idris emphasised that collaboration with donor agencies would bring positive changes to the lives of Kebbi people, particularly in the health sector.
He noted that the state has been enjoying a good working relationship with donor agencies and pledged to further strengthen this partnership with UNICEF.
The Governor highlighted some of the initiatives undertaken by his administration, including:
– Paying counterpart funding in support of nutrition programs
– Renovating General Hospitals and Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs)
– Supplying drugs and hospital equipment to achieve set goals and objectives
The UNICEF representative, Nemat Hajeebhoy, applauded the Governor for being the first to put together a nutrition support program.
She noted that Kebbi State has made significant progress in reducing cases of malnutrition, which has encouraged UNICEF to continue supporting the state.
“Kebbi State has made significant progress in cases of malnutrition, which gave them more courage in supporting and having a working relationship with the state,” Hajeebhoy stated.
The UNICEF Chief Field Officer, Sokoto, Michael Juma, revealed that UNICEF has recommended that Kebbi State pay its counterpart funds for malnutrition for the implementing partnership.
Juma also announced plans to establish Special Care Units in hospitals to ensure that Kebbi State children receive quality care.
This development is expected to further enhance the healthcare system in Kebbi State and improve the lives of its citizens.