The Kano State Government has reiterated its strong commitment to improving healthcare delivery across the state, with particular focus on child nutrition and welfare — described as the foundation for healthy child development.
The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, made this known during a community sensitization campaign on exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of a child’s life, held at Dokasoye Primary Health Centre in Garun Malam Local Government Area.
A statement issued by the Zonal Information Officer, Tudun Wada Zone, Salisu Kassim, and made available to newsmen, noted that the Commissioner was represented by the Director of Planning in the Ministry, Alhaji Ibrahim Hussaini.
Comrade Waiya explained that the campaign was organized to enlighten parents, community leaders, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders on the importance of exclusive breastfeeding and to encourage their active participation in promoting the initiative.
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He further stated that the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has made significant investments in the healthcare sector to ensure quality service delivery and better access to medical care for residents across the state.
In his goodwill message, the Chairman of Garun Malam Local Government Council, Barrister Salisu Kadawa, represented by the Council Secretary, Jamila Uba Mustapha, expressed delight that the state government selected the area to host the important event. He pledged the council’s continued cooperation and support toward the success of the programme.
Also speaking, Mrs. Aisha, a representative of the State Ministry of Health and an officer in charge of Human Nutrition, delivered a detailed lecture on the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life.
She emphasized that proper breastfeeding enhances immunity, supports healthy growth, and promotes the overall wellbeing of infants.
In his remarks, the District Head of Garun Malam, Sarkin Fulani Jaidanawa, Alhaji Abubakar Gwadabe, represented by the Village Head of Dagasoye, Dandano Ibrahim Yada Kwari, urged community and religious leaders to support government initiatives aimed at improving child health and nutrition.
The event was attended by notable personalities, including the representative of the Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Alhaji Sadiq, the Spokesperson of the Councilors, Aliyu Abdulhamid, and the Head of Personnel Management of Garun Malam Local Government, Alhaji Umar Kura.