Kwara health commissioner urges focus on leadership for better healthcare
The Kwara State Government has highlighted the importance of effective leadership and governance in achieving successful healthcare outcomes. Amina El-Imam, the State Commissioner for Health, spoke at a stakeholders’ workshop aimed at strengthening leadership and management capacities in the health sector. She emphasised that technical expertise alone is not enough for effective programme delivery. The workshop brought together key stakeholders to discuss ways to improve healthcare programme implementation in the state.
What we know
- Amina El-Imam stressed that good governance, leadership, and sound management are essential for improved healthcare services.
- She noted that rising complexity in health programmes requires leaders with both technical and interpersonal skills.
- The workshop was organised by Development Governance International Consult to build capacity among health managers and stakeholders.
- El-Imam highlighted the need for self-discipline, emotional intelligence, and practical implementation of lessons learned.
- Stakeholders, including Nusirat Elelu and Gafar Alawode, praised the workshop’s impact and the government’s commitment to health sector reforms.
