Jigawa state government, in collaboration with some development partners, assured adequate supplies and easy accessibility for contraceptive commodities and services in over 300 health facilities in the state.
The commissioner disclosed this in a speech delivered at a joint press briefing to mark the celebration of 2023 World Contraceptive Day held at the Ministry of Health’s conference Hall in Dutse. He said, “efficient child spacing, improve Maternal and health as well as contribute to sustainable socioeconomic development”.
Dr Kainuwa said the state, in support of some development partners such as Options WISH, TCI, A360 and MSI, has joined the global community in commemorating World Contraception Day 2023 with the theme “Power of Options.” This significant day serves as an opportunity to raise awareness about family planning, its importance in healthcare, and the multitude of choices available to individuals and families.
The commissioner described the significance of family planning as the cornerstone of public health and development, “this made the present administration to establish a new department to oversee and coordinate the project”.
According to him, access to a variety of Contraceptive options enables individuals to efficiently do child spacing, improve Maternal and child health, and contribute to sustainable socioeconomic development.
He maintained that the Jigawa Ministry of Health is dedicated to providing accessible, affordable and quality healthcare services to the people of Jigawa state.
“The Ministry of Health is working tirelessly to improve the overall health and well-being of the state’s residents, with a focus on family planning and reproductive health as essential components of comprehensive healthcare delivery”, he said.
He then encouraged all citizens of Jigawa state to take advantage of the” power options” by seeking information and services related to family planning.
While speaking on behalf of partners in the state, comrade Mustapha Kurfi commended the present administration for providing a conducive atmosphere for Non-Governmental Organizations in the state to operate.
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