Ms Okolo said the money was for the healthcare delivery of 53,652 vulnerable persons.
She noted that some residents were initially sceptical about accessing quality healthcare with a N12,000 premium.
Mr Pate emphasised the progress made in combating HIV and acknowledged the crucial support provided by the U.S. government.
The executive secretary, Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KACHCMA), Halima Mijinyawa, stated this on Monday in Kano.
The Nigeria Governors Forum is calling for urgent measures to tackle the “alarming” menace.
Mr. Sambo added that N8.7 million was also shared to state governments.
