Kwara State is taking a major step to improve health care for its residents, especially those in rural and underserved areas.
The state government has teamed up with the Global Fund, working through UNICEF, to breathe new life into five Primary Health Care (PHC) facilities across the state.
This initiative falls under the Global Fund COVID-19 Response Mechanism Grant, focusing on enhancing the delivery of essential health services at the grassroots level.
Strengthening Health Services from the Ground Up
According to Bukola Abdulganiyu, Press Secretary of the Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KWSPHCDA), the Executive Secretary, Prof. Nusirat Elelu, shared details of the project while hosting a UNICEF delegation in her office.
Prof. Elelu emphasized that this intervention supports the state government’s ongoing health sector reforms, with a particular focus on reinforcing PHCs as the foundation of an effective and resilient health system.
“Primary Health Care centres are often the first point of contact for many Nigerians, particularly in hard-to-reach communities,” Elelu explained.
“This revitalisation project will not only renovate the main buildings but also install solar power systems, construct boreholes for clean water, and supply essential medical equipment based on a UNICEF-led needs assessment.”
Ensuring Smooth and Timely Implementation
Prof. Elelu reassured that the project would be executed efficiently within the set timelines.
The agency will ensure that contractors have prompt access to the facilities, maintain uninterrupted project progress, provide adequate security, and closely monitor both the quality and pace of work.
Community engagement will be a key priority.
“We will appoint a focal officer to coordinate with the National Primary Health Care Development Agency, UNICEF, and contractors,” she said.
“This ensures minimal disruption of health services during the project, and that residents are informed and involved throughout the process.”
Strong Commitment to Partnerships
The KWSPHCDA boss also reiterated the state government’s dedication to working hand-in-hand with development partners.
She expressed gratitude to the Global Fund and UNICEF for their ongoing collaboration in improving health outcomes in Kwara State.
From the UNICEF side, Mr. Gamaliel Ismaila Dargam highlighted that Kwara is a priority beneficiary under the C19RM intervention.
He commended the state government’s commitment to providing quality health care and assured that UNICEF would fully support its responsibilities in the partnership.
Targeted Facilities for Revitalisation
The five PHC facilities set to benefit from this intervention include:
- Mobile Health Clinic, Okuta – Baruten Local Government Area
- Basic Health Care Centre, Kulende – Ilorin South Local Government Area
- Primary Health Care Centre, Ojagboro – Ilorin East Local Government Area
- Primary Health Care Centre, Ilofa – Oke Ero Local Government Area
- Model Primary Health Care Centre, Kpada – Patigi Local Government Area
These upgrades aim to provide better access to quality health services for residents, ensuring that even the most remote communities can receive reliable and effective care.
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