At the Zamfara State Ministry of Health, our mission is to ensure the well-being of all citizens through accessible, quality healthcare services. We are committed to improving the health status of our communities and fostering a healthier future for all residents of Zamfara State.
“Empowering Health for a brighter Zamfara”
“Your Health our Priority”
“Building a Healthier future for Zamfara state”
“Caring for our Community”
Objectives
– Enhance Healthcare Access: To provide equitable access to essential health services for all, regardless of socio-economic status.
– Promote Public Health: To implement effective health education and disease prevention programs that empower communities to take charge of their health.
– Strengthen Healthcare Systems: To improve healthcare infrastructure, workforce capacity, and
service delivery across the state.
Responsibilities
The Ministry of Health, subject to the provisions of the Health Sector Reform Law (2006), shall be responsible for the formulation, monitoring, and evaluation of policies, strategies, plans of action, and supervision of health services in the State and shall perform the following functions:
- Supervision and control of all health facilities in the State to ensure a minimum standard in all public and private health facilities.
- Supervision and control of all Hospital Boards and Government Health Bodies, Agencies including the Traditional Medicine Board.
- Formulation of regulations and subsidiary legislations for the approval of the Zamfara State House of Assembly.
- Approval of long-term plans and variations of such plans.
- Development of management, financial guidelines, and performance standards for internal control of public hospitals.
- Policy approval of rate and scale of charges for services rendered to the public by the Hospital Boards.
- Recommendation for capital and operating budgets for Hospital Boards (which includes recommendations for major adjustments, increases in salaries, allowances, and fringe benefits for hospital employees).
- Elevating the quality of health practice in the professional disciplines through the advancement of appropriate standards and research priorities.
- Collation and analysis of monthly medical statistical data (attendance, morbidity, mortality, and utilization of services) from Hospital Boards.
- Obtaining annual audited accounts of hospitals and Hospital Boards within three months after the end of the preceding financial year which must be submitted to the State Auditor-General’s Office for verification (applicable only to public Hospitals).
Programs and Services
The Zamfara State Ministry of Health offers a wide range of services aimed at addressing the health needs of our communities:
– Primary Healthcare Services: We operate numerous health facilities across the state, providing essential services such as maternal and child health care, immunizations, and outpatient services.
– Disease Control Initiatives: Our programs focus on the prevention and control of communicable diseases, including malaria, HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis.
– Health Education Campaigns: We conduct regular health awareness campaigns to educate the public on nutrition, sanitation, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Achievements
Over the past few years, the Zamfara State Ministry of Health has made significant strides in improving health outcomes:
– Increased Vaccination Coverage: Our vaccination programs have successfully increased immunization rates among children, contributing to a decline in vaccine-preventable diseases.
– Community Health Initiatives: We have launched various community health programs that have reached thousands of residents, providing vital health services and education.
Community Engagement
We believe that community involvement is crucial for the success of our health initiatives. We encourage citizens to participate in our health programs, provide feedback, and volunteer in various capacities to help improve health outcomes in Zamfara.
