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Zamfara launches new initiative to improve maternal and newborn care
The Zamfara Ministry of Health has introduced the Safe Delivery Initiative to enhance maternal and newborn health services. The programme was launched at Unguwar Dallatu Primary Healthcare Centre in Gusau. Dr Nafisa Maradun said the plan includes upgrading delivery rooms and providing skilled birth attendants.
"This pilot initiative begins with four health facilities... with plans to expand to 23 facilities across all 14 LGAs."
Highlights
- The Safe Delivery Initiative aligns with Governor Dauda Lawal’s “Rescue Mission Agenda” for health sector reform.
- Zamfara was recently recognized as the top-performing state in the North-West at the Primary Health Care Leadership Challenge.
- The pilot starts in four facilities in Gusau and Maru LGAs, with expansion planned for all 14 LGAs.
- Partners like WHO, UNICEF, and others are supporting the programme.
- Stakeholders are urged to help reduce birth complications and rebuild trust in the healthcare system.
