By: Femi Mustapha
A high-level delegation from the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), led by Juliet Whitley, Head of Health at FCDO, visited the Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA) to understand the state’s health priorities better and bolster healthcare initiatives.
This was stated in a release by Farouk Musa Isa, Public Relations Officer of DMCSA, which was made available to the media in Kaduna today.
The statement noted that the visit is part of the FCDO’s Lafiya Programme, which aims to support Kano State’s efforts to improve supply security and healthcare access, in alignment with the Presidential Initiative on Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain (PVAC).
Whitley met with the DMCSA Director General, Pharm. Gali Sule and his management team will discuss ongoing collaborations and explore areas for further support.
Pharm. Sule expressed appreciation for the FCDO’s interventions, including nutrition initiatives, logistics support, and technical aid in reviewing the Essential Medicines List and Pricing Policy. “The support has significantly improved access to healthcare commodities and services in the state,” he said.
Sule praised the UK Government for its ongoing partnership and commitment to strengthening Kano’s healthcare system, stating, “The interventions have significantly improved access to healthcare commodities and services in the state.”
The Lafiya Programme, implemented by Palladium and funded by the UK Government, has been a strategic partner in Nigeria’s health sector transformation, offering valuable technical assistance to strengthen health systems at both federal and state levels.
The visit highlights the mutual dedication to improving health outcomes and ensuring sustainable access to quality medicines and healthcare services for the people of Kano State, Isa reported.
The Lafiya Programme, funded by the UK Government and implemented by Palladium, continues to be a key supporter in Nigeria’s healthcare development.
This visit underscores the shared goal of improving health outcomes and ensuring sustainable access to quality medicines and healthcare services for Kano State residents.
