In a continued effort to reduce maternal and child mortality rates in Katsina State, the wife of the state governor, Hajia Zulaihat Dikko Radda, has launched a maternal health initiative by distributing “Mama Kits” to 100 pregnant women in Kafur and Malumfashi Local Government Areas.
The distribution exercise, which took place in both local governments, was part of a broader campaign to promote safer childbirth practices and improve access to essential maternal health care.
Represented by the wife of the Chief of Staff, Hajia Maijida Abdukadir, Hajia Zulaihat Dikko Radda emphasized the importance of maternal health and urged expectant mothers to prioritize antenatal care by visiting the nearest health facilities.
She reiterated that healthcare delivery remains a key priority of the Radda-led administration, and that such interventions are designed to support women, especially those in rural communities, in accessing basic health materials necessary for safe delivery.
Speaking during the event, the Chairman of Kafur Local Government, Alhaji Surajo Bature Dankanjiba, and the Vice Chairman of Malumfashi, Alhaji Muntari Adamu Dayi who represented Chairman Alhaji Muktar Abdullahi City commended the initiative, describing it as timely and impactful.
According to the local government officials, the initiative is a vital step in addressing the high rates of maternal and child mortality in the areas.
They commended the First Lady for her commitment to the health and well-being of women across the state and urged beneficiaries to make good use of the kits.
The local government leaders also pledged their full support for ongoing and future health-related programs.
Other key speakers at the event included the wives of the Chairmen of Kafur and Malumfashi LGAs—Hajia Habi Surajo and Hajia Maryam Muktar Abdullahi—as well as the Directors of Primary Health Care in both areas, Alhaji Abdurahaman Ma’azu and Alhaji Shehu Muhammad Kankara.
They also expressed their appreciation for the initiative and reiterated the importance of continued collaboration to improve maternal and child healthcare.
COV / SANI DUTSINMA
