The Maternal Accountability Mechanism in Kaduna Initiative (KADMAM) has called for the judicious utilisation and close community tracking of the ₦32.9 billion released under the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) by the Federal Government.
In a statement issued in Kaduna, KADMAM commended the Federal Government and the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare for what it described as a transparent release of the funds, as announced in the “Red Letter” of October 22, 2025.
According to the group, the renewed financial commitment marks a vital step toward improving primary health care delivery across the country, especially in rural and underserved communities.
KADMAM, a State-Led Accountability Mechanism (SLAM) that promotes transparency and improved maternal and child health outcomes, urged Primary Health Care (PHC) facilities, Ward Development Committees, and Local Government Health Authorities to ensure that every Naira of the BHCPF is used for its intended purpose — enhancing essential services, infrastructure, and access to quality health care.
The group noted that its quarterly #OpenKadunaHealthSector initiative has created an important platform for communities to track the flow and use of BHCPF funds at PHC facilities.
The initiative, it said, enables participatory accountability, evidence-based monitoring, and collective oversight to strengthen health systems at the grassroots.
KADMAM further appealed to citizens, civil society organisations, traditional and religious leaders, and the media to actively monitor how the funds are spent within their localities.
“This fund belongs to the people. Communities must not stand aside. We must demand openness, track expenditures, and hold ourselves and our institutions accountable for every kobo spent,” the statement quoted KADMAM Co-Chair, Garba Muhammad, as saying.
The organisation reaffirmed its readiness to collaborate with government agencies, development partners, and oversight bodies to ensure effective utilisation, continuous tracking, and public reporting of BHCPF disbursements across Kaduna State and beyond.
KADMAM concluded that with collective vigilance and accountability, the ₦32.9 billion investment could translate into stronger primary health centres, safer mothers and children, and a healthier Nigeria.
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