Balarabe reaffirms commitment to building resilient, inclusive health system in Kaduna
Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, Kaduna State deputy governor, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment under Senator Uba Sani’s administration to building a resilient and inclusive health system capable of effectively responding to public health challenges and improving access to quality healthcare for all residents.
Balarabe disclosed this when she declared open the 13th Kaduna State Council on Health, in Kaduna on Thursday.
The two-day meeting, themed “Global Health Security: Strengthening Health Systems for Resilience in Kaduna State,” brought together members of the state executive council, heads of health agencies, development partners, and other stakeholders in the health sector.
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She noted that “a strong and resilient health system is not a luxury, it is a lifeline,” adding that the government will continue to invest in health financing, innovation, technology, and human capacity to ensure that every citizen enjoys access to quality healthcare.
The deputy governor also commended the support of development partners for their continued collaboration in advancing the state’s health agenda.
As part of the opening ceremony, Balarabe launched a set of policy documents produced by the State ministry of health, including the Health Sector Strategic Blueprint and other operational frameworks designed to guide implementation and coordination within the sector.
She described the Council as the highest decision and policymaking body, serving as a platform for stakeholders to review progress, address challenges, and develop actionable strategies toward achieving Universal Health Coverage and strengthening health security across the state.