Kaduna State Government has said the Gates Foundation helped the state to bring services closer to the most remote communities.
The government said the state partnership with Gates Foundation has saved lives, noting that it strengthened the health sector.
The Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe who disclosed this, further said that governor Uba Sani’s administration ‘’is fully committed to a deeper and stronger partnership with the Gates Foundation.’’
Balarabe, who is a medical doctor, made this commitment when the Gates Foundation team paid her a courtesy call at Sir Kashim Ibrahim House on Monday.
She said the Gates Foundation is driven by a deep belief in human dignity, ‘’and that is why it resonates strongly with us in Kaduna. Your approach reinforces our commitment to compassionate governance, one that listens, learns and response with sincerity.’’
The deputy governor said the Foundation’s investment in strengthening various systems has helped health facilities to become more reliable for families who depend on them every day.
‘’Your backing of routine immunisation and targeted campaigns played a major role in protecting children across our communities. Your work in disease control has also supported our public health teams in preventing outbreaks and improving early response.
These efforts save lives and create the foundation for long term human development,’’ she added.
Balarabe stated that the Foundation has helped Kaduna State ‘’build stronger institutions, deepen data driven planning, and improve service delivery for ordinary citizens.’’
The deputy governor said that the foundation’s recent grant of $3.6 million is another clear sign of its confidence in our shared goals.
