By: Monday Danladi, Bauchi
Bauchi State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Mohammed Auwal Jatau, Thursday, reaffirmed the commitment of the State Government through the State Taskforce on Primary Healthcare towards ensuring that every citizen of the state has access to quality healthcare.
Speaking at the quarterly meeting of the Statefask on Primary Healthcare held at the Conference Hall of his office, the Deputy Governor said that the meeting serves as a vital platform to reflect on the Taskforce’s progress and to find out solution to challenges identified.
He appreciated development partners and donors for their outstanding support which has been instrumental in enhancing healthcare delivery in Bauchi State, saying their technical assistance and financial support have made a significant impact on the lives of the people of the state.
Auwal Jatau noted that the major role of the Task Force is to ensure accountability and high-level oversight on Primary Health Care Service delivery in the State through partnership with development partners and donors.
He announced that, “the remaining balance of our counterpart funds for the 2024 has been released into the PHC MoU Basket Fund Account,”
He stressed that, “I want to use this opportunity to extend my deepest gratitude to His Excellency, Sen. Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, CON, (Kauran Daular Usmaniyya), the health friendly Governor for his unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of our people.”
According to him,”Under his leadership, we have witnessed a renewed focus on healthcare, with significant strides made towards improving our primary healthcare system.”
The Deputy Governor added that, “The disbursement of MoU funds has not only allows us to implement ongoing projects, but also enables us to respond swiftly to emerging health needs. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that these funds are utilized effectively and transparently, maximizing the benefits for our citizens.”
Auwal Jatau then urged all stakeholders to remain committed to the shared vision by collaborating, sharing best practices with focus on strengthening healthcare systems so as to ensure that no one is left behind.
On his part, the Emir of Dass and Co-chair of the Taskforce, Usman Bilyaminu Othman reassured of the total support and cooperation of the traditional institutions in a move to build a robust healthcare system that meets the needs of the people.
Development partners who spoke at the meeting applauded the State Government for the full payment of its counterpart funds for the 2024 PHC MoU Basket Fund Account and promised to sustain their intervention in the state as contained in a statement Muslim Lawal, Special Assistant(Media), Deputy Governor’s Office.