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Bauchi Deputy Governor Interacts With Africa Health Budget Network
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Bauchi Deputy Governor Interacts With Africa Health Budget Network
From Abdullahi Idris,Bauchi
— Highlights Gov Bala’s gains in health sector
— promised to work with the Network on policies that prioritize health funding
The Bauchi State Deputy Governor,Mohammed Auwal Jatau has promised that the State Task Force on Primary Healthcare will work with the Africa Health Budget Network in its advocacy for policies that prioritize health funding in a move to ensure that no child is left unprotected.
Speaking,when he received officials of the network on an advocacy visit to his office,Auwal Jatau noted that their advocacy for increased funding for immunization resonates deeply with Governor Bala Mohammed administration’s vision for a healthier Bauchi State.
He applauded the Africa Health Budget Network for its unwavering commitment towards improving health outcomes in the state, saying that the present administration in Bauchi has recognized that immunization is a cornerstone of public health, safeguarding children and communities from preventable diseases.
The Deputy Governor said in its efforts to implement Routine Immunization effectively,the state government has been working alongside various stakeholders which has your provided invaluable support not only raising awareness,but also ensuring that government’s health policies are adequately funded and implemented.
“As we know,immunization is not merely a health intervention,but it is a social imperative. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that every child in Bauchi State receives the vaccines they need to grow healthy and thrive. Your visit today serves as a timely reminder that we must intensify our efforts to engage with all stakeholders, from government officials to community leaders, to create a sustainable and effective immunization strategy.”
Auwal Jatau briefed the visitors on the gains achieved in the releases of the state’s counterpart in the PHC MoU basket for immunization by Governor Bala Mohammed led administration, pointing out that the state has also allocated 16 percent for the Health sector which is above the 15 percent of the Abuja declaration.
On his part,Dr Aminu Magashi,the lead focal person for the Africa Health Budget Network solicited for the support and cooperation of the Deputy Governor for the successful implementation of the network’s ZDLH Community of Practice (CoP) in the identified Zero Dose communities in Bauchi state.
