Story Written Aminu Dalhatu and Edited by Godwin Duru
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has flagged off the distribution of essential drugs, personal protective equipment PPE and emergency response materials to hospitals across the state.
The Governor who flagged off the distribution at the Infectious Disease Hospital in Damba, Gusau the state capital, revealed that the distribution was part of a series of activities initiated by his government to enhance the people’s well-being.
He explained that, over one billion naira worth of vital drugs and resources were distributed to cover the wide gap in the state’s health sector.
According to the Governor, the decision to provide the drugs and emergency response materials was a proactive measure to improve patienyt outcome by ensuring healthcare facilities are well-stocked.
“This distribution of over N1 billion worth of vital drugs and resources is not just a symbolic gesture but a concrete demonstration of our commitment to the state of Emergency we declared in the health sector and our resolve to tackle health challenges head-on. Recently, we have faced various health-related issues, and this initiative is a critical step towards fortifying our healthcare system”.
Governor Dauda Lawal emphasized that the items distributed would significantly enhance their capacity to respond to health emergencies, prevent disease outbreaks, and provide timely and effective care to those in need.
“I can proudly say that Zamfara State has not had any polio cases since September 2023”.
He urged all stakeholders, including government agencies, healthcare providers, and community leaders to work together to ensure the continued success of all their initiatives, interventions, and improvements in this time of emergency declared in the health sector.
“I believe we can only achieve our health-related goals and continue making meaningful progress through collective effort and shared responsibility.”
Governor Dauda Lawal urged the people to take full advantage of the resources provided, revealing that they could prevent the spread of diseases, reduce mortality rates, and enhance quality of life.
In a statement by the Governor Spokesman, Sulaiman Bala Idris, Dauda Lawal further expressed his appreciation to foreign partners, whose unwavering support and generosity have made the monumental initiative possible.
AMINU DALHATU
