The Niger State Ministry of Primary Health Care, in collaboration with the State Ministry of Secondary and Tertiary Health, convened a strategic coordination meeting aimed at enhancing synergy among partners and stakeholders in the state’s healthcare sector.
The meeting served as a platform for partners to provide updates on their ongoing activities and health interventions, while also fostering alignment and collaboration in the collective mission to improve healthcare delivery across Niger State.
Representing the Partners Coordination Unit, Mrs. Adawiyyah Matane provided stakeholders with an overview of partner-led initiatives within the state.
She shared insights on the current Annual Operational Plan (AOP) and highlighted the status of the 2025 AOP development, aimed at better streamlining future initiatives.
A key point of discussion focused on the Partner Resource Mapping Tool, designed to enhance coordination and strategic planning across the health sector.
The Director of the Department of Research and Statistics, Dr. Junaidu Innuwa underscored the need for strong synergy between the Ministries and development partners. He emphasized the importance of aligning activities and promoting peer learning to maximize the impact of healthcare programs.
Additional updates were shared by Pharmacist Iliya Laban, Director of Planning, Research, and Statistics (DPRS, MS&TH), who provided insights into key initiatives such as the Sector-Wide Approach (SWAp), the MAMII project, and the State Health Scorecard, contributing to a more informed and data-driven approach among stakeholders.
The meeting concluded with dynamic discussions and the exchange of ideas, reaffirming a shared commitment to building a stronger, more efficient health system for the people of Niger State.
Attendees included the Executive Secretary of NiCare, Dr. Hauwa Kolo (Director of Community and Family Health Services), Dr. Samuel Jiya (Director of Immunization), Dr. Idris (Director of Public Health), as well as representatives from UNICEF, WHO, SYDANI, Society for Family Health (SFH), Chigari Foundation, and other key partners.
By Anna Moses
