Kano Govt Partners Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation On Healthcare

The governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed commitment to strengthen the 11-year partnership between the Kano State Government and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

During a meeting at the Kano State Government House, governor Yusuf assured representatives from the Foundation of his commitment.

The deputy governor, Comr. Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, received the Foundation’s delegation on the Governor’s behalf and stressed the state’s determination to improve healthcare across all levels.

This was contained in a statement issued to newsmen by press secretary to the deputy governor, Ibrahim Garba Shuaibu.

According to the statement, governor Yusuf highlighted the need for around six million vaccine doses to combat the recent diphtheria outbreak.

He also expressed gratitude to the Foundation for its support in the health sector and expressed interest in the Foundation’s involvement in areas like agriculture and digital finance.

Leader of the Foundation’s Nigerian delegation, Mr. Jerremy Zungurana, lauded the enduring partnership and applauded the state’s efforts in healthcare development.