Jigawa Launches J-CARE Services for Vulnerable
By Tahir Muhammad, Dutse
Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi has launched the J- Basic Healthcare Services for vulnerable citizens aimed to deliver free and high-quality services to the poorest and most vulnerable in state.
According to Governor, the programme provides a safety net to the most at-risk populations by targeting 143,500 carefully selected beneficiaries from all 287 political wards across the state.
Governor Namadi reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring that no citizen is left behind in accessing healthcare.
“Our goal is to ensure that every Jigawa resident can receive the care they need without facing financial hardship. This program is a critical step toward that vision,” he said.
He stated that this initiative reflects the state’s unwavering commitment to addressing healthcare disparities and reducing inequalities within our communities.
The Governor recognized the invaluable contributions of development partners, including the FCDO-funded LAFIYA Program, UNICEF, and the World Health Organization (WHO), for their technical support in expanding the programme to six local government areas.
In addition to J-Basic Healthcare, the Governor highlighted other ongoing healthcare initiatives, such as the revitalization of primary health centers, the construction of new general hospitals, and the provision of free dialysis services for renal patients.
The state Commissioner of Health, Dr. Abdullahi Kainuwa said with an investment of N1.5 billion as take- off grant, the programme will deliver comprehensive healthcare services through primary and secondary health facilities, easing the financial burden of healthcare on vulnerable families.
The programme, which was flagged off on October 1st, 2024, at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Dutse, by Governor Namadi, represents a historic commitment to healthcare equity in the state.
Beneficiaries were selected through a transparent and inclusive process, involving key stakeholders such as community leaders, civil society organizations, and healthcare workers.
Each political ward will have 500 individuals enrolled in the program, receiving both treatment and preventive services aimed at improving overall health outcomes.
