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Kogi: Gov Ododo spends N7 billion to upgrade primary health centres

The Kogi government has committed N7 billion to upgrade 88 additional primary healthcare centres across the state.

• January 12, 2025
Kogi PHS
Kogi PHS[Credit: AITLIVE]

The Kogi government has committed N7 billion to upgrade 88 additional primary healthcare centres across the state.

Governor Ahmed Ododo announced this on Saturday in Lokoja during the official handing over of sites to contractors to upgrade the 88 PHCs.

Mr Ododo explained that these new PHCs would complement the ongoing upgrade of 70 existing PHCs into functional Level-two facilities.

He described the initiative as a significant step toward enhancing healthcare delivery and achieving universal health coverage for citizens.

Mr Ododo said that, with the invaluable support of the World Bank, the Kogi government had committed more than N7 billion to this project, reflecting an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of citizens.

“Today, we hand over these project sites to contractors who have successfully navigated a rigorous procurement process,” stated the governor.

He urged contractors to maintain high standards of professionalism and complete the projects within the stipulated four-month timeframe. Mr Ododo also emphasised the importance of engaging local communities, collaborating with local leaders, and adhering to social and environmental safeguards.

Mr Ododo thanked President Bola Tinubu for his leadership and support for healthcare at the grassroots level, noting that the president’s engagement had strengthened the commitment of international partners to Nigeria’s healthcare goals.

Musa Muazu, the executive director of the Kogi State Primary Health Care Development Agency, commended the government’s efforts to upgrade PHC facilities, particularly in rural areas, and reiterated the state’s commitment to improving healthcare services.

Mr Muazu said the scheme was a testament to the state government’s dedication to improving the well-being of its people.

Four contractors will handle the upgrade of the 88 PHCs across the state, including INKNUEL Ltd, Multipurpose Erand Ltd, QSA Nig Ltd, and Base-SAN Ventures.

(NAN)

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