Kogi Govt Prioritizes Healthcare,Expands Insurance,Invests In Medical Training And Infrastructure
Emmanuel lkpeama
The Kogi State government has demonstrated its commitment to improving the health and well-being of its citizens by expanding access to healthcare through its health insurance scheme.
According to the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo,in a press statement stated that the policy is designed to reduce poverty and provide affordable, quality healthcare to citizens.
“Health insurance is one of the most effective ways of lifting people out of medical poverty. By bringing our people into the scheme, we’re not just making healthcare accessible; the governor is also showing that the government cares about the well-being of the people.”
He noted that the government is investing in medical education and infrastructure, including the construction of student hostels, doctors’ quarters, and medical laboratory complexes.
These investments will not only improve the quality of healthcare but also provide opportunities for medical students and young doctors to develop their skills
“At the College of Science, Technology and Health (CUSTECH-TH), Okene, construction is ongoing on two blocks of student hostels for both male and female medical students, as well as two blocks of doctors’ quarters.
“Similarly, at the Prince Abubakar Audu University Teaching Hospital (PAAUTH), Anyigba, work has commenced on a multi-purpose medical laboratory complex, classrooms, a library, and consultants’ blocks.
“In Lokoja, the state government has approved the construction of House Officers’ Quarters at the Kogi State Specialist Hospital (KSSH) to improve training and welfare for young doctors.
“To strengthen healthcare delivery across all levels, the government has also embarked on the massive production and distribution of Health Data Tools (NHMIS Data Tools) for Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs), as well as secondary and tertiary health facilities.
This will guarantee adequate capturing of service data into the national platform (DHIS2), in line with best practices,” he said.
The commissioner added that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, is determined to consolidate on existing gains by investing in people, structures, and systems that will make healthcare in Kogi State both sustainable and people-centered.
