Kaduna Pharmagrade Warehouse will curb counterfeit, substandard health commodities — ES KADHSMA
By: Femi Mustapha
The Executive Secretary of the Kaduna State Health Supplies Management Agency (KADHSMA) Pharm. Aisha Isyaku Tukur has said that the newly upgraded Pharma grade Warehouse will enable the agency to address counterfeit and substandard health commodities across the State.
The Executive Secretary asserted this during the commissioning of the warehouse by the State Governor, Sen. Uba Sani, at the Agency today.
She revealed that Kaduna State has reached the “ready to integrate” stage in public health commodities integration, describing it as a milestone that underscores the State’s commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery.
The E.S. stressed that KADSHMA plays a pivotal role in ensuring that essential medicines and medical supplies are available, accessible, and of the highest quality.
She opined that the Pharma-grade warehouse is not just a facility but the backbone of the State’s healthcare supply chain, noting that only two States in Nigeria, Kaduna and Nasarawa, have achieved this milestone.
According to her, the achievement represents the State Government’s unwavering dedication to strengthening the systems that ensure life-saving medications reach every corner of Kaduna state to improve the health outcomes of its people.
The E.S. explained that the Facility is designed to meet the highest International Standards for pharmaceutical storage and distribution, adding that it is equipped with cutting-edge technology to ensure that medicines are stored under optimal conditions to maintain their integrity, safety, and efficacy.
“Attached to the Pharma grade warehouse is a state-of-the-art quality Assurance laboratory for testing our pharmaceuticals to ensure quality. The successful completion of this project is a testament to the commitment of Senator Uba Sani’s SUSTAIN AGENDA.
Pharm. Aisha also expressed her gratitude to the State Government and funding partners, the Global Fund and the Federal Ministry of Health for their unwavering support and technical expertise, saying that their contributions have been instrumental in bringing the project to fruition.
“On behalf of KADSHMA, I extend my deepest gratitude to His Excellency, the Executive Governor, Sen Uba Sani for providing the enabling environment and prompt payment of the 15% counterpart funding, our development partners, our PPP MoU partners, and everyone who has contributed to this remarkable achievement
“As we commission this warehouse today, let us remember that our work is far from over. This facility is a critical step toward achieving our mission of ensuring a seamless and efficient healthcare supply chain.
“However, it is also a reminder of the challenges that lie ahead, we must continue to innovate, collaborate, and strive for excellence in everything we do.
“Together, we can build a healthcare system that is resilient, responsive, and capable of meeting the needs of our growing population.
“To the people of Kaduna State, this warehouse is a promise—a promise that your government and its partners are committed to your health and well-being.
“It is a promise that we will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that you have access to safe, effective, and affordable medicines.
“It is a promise that we will not rest until every citizen of Kaduna State can lead a healthy and fulfilling life,” She said.
