NPHCDA Applauds Kogi State’s ₦7 Billion Investment in Primary Healthcare Upgrades
The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has commended Kogi State for its bold, ₦7 billion investment in revitalizing primary healthcare across the state, a move seen as a major stride toward achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
During a training program launch for frontline health workers in Lokoja, Dr. Ngozi Nwosu, Director of Primary Health Care System Development at NPHCDA, applauded the Ododo administration’s commitment to strengthening the primary healthcare infrastructure. She described the training initiative as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s healthcare reform, highlighting the agency’s unwavering support for Kogi State’s efforts.Kogi State Government+1
The investment involves upgrading 88 Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) across the state to fully functional Level-2 facilities, complementing the ongoing revitalization of 70 existing PHCs. The project, backed by World Bank support, matches Kogi’s dedication to enhancing healthcare services at the grassroots.Kogi State GovernmentPremium Times NigeriaNairametrics
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, represented by the Health Commissioner Dr. Abdulazeez Adeiza, handed over project sites to four selected contractors, urging professionalism, timely completion within four months, and engagement with local communities.Premium Times NigeriaNairametrics
In parallel, NPHCDA spotlighted the training of frontline healthcare workers, aimed at boosting service quality in maternal and child health, infectious disease control, and broader public health outcomes. Dr. Nwosu lauded the governor as a “health-friendly leader” committed to enhancing care delivery across Kogi.Kogi State Government+1
This recognition comes amid a broader push by Kogi State to dramatically improve health outcomes. Alongside facility upgrades, initiatives include the deployment of Solar Direct Drive refrigerators to support immunization in remote areas, distribution of nutrition cooking utensils, and paired training for healthcare staff, all aligned with NPHCDA’s vision for a robust primary care system.Kogi State Government+1
By equipping more than 150 PHCs to implement Level-2 service packages, strengthening cold-chain logistics, and advancing preventative care training, Kogi is positioning itself as a model for effective grassroots healthcare reform.NairametricsKogi State Government+2Kogi State Government+2
Beyond infrastructure and skills, the collaboration between Kogi State and NPHCDA exemplifies multisectoral synergy, from global partners like the World Bank and UNICEF to local contractors and community stakeholders. The strategy underscores that universal access to healthcare requires both commitment and partnership across levels.Kogi State Government+2Kogi State Government+2
Overall, Kogi’s ₦7 billion push to upgrade PHCs, paired with comprehensive training and immunization logistics support, marks a pivotal move in Nigeria’s healthcare evolution, one worth celebrating.
