The Kano State Government has issued a stern warning to health workers against diverting medical equipment and drugs, promising swift action against anyone involved.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, speaking through his Deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, made the statement during the official flag-off of health intervention commodities across the state.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to equipping health facilities with essential medical supplies. The governor stressed that all commodities distributed targeting seven categories of diseases must be given to patients free of charge.
“We will not tolerate the diversion or misuse of these life-saving materials. Any health worker caught in such acts will face the full weight of the law,” he declared.
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The warning coincides with the launch of major interventions, including dental chairs, school health services, free eye spectacles, free sickle cell medication, diabetic screening kits, and maternal health packs all part of the “Abba Gida-Gida” initiative.
Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, explained that the interventions support vulnerable groups and align with the government’s broader health policy. He highlighted achievements like renovating 260 health facilities and boosting routine immunizations statewide.
The Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammad Sanusi II, represented by Alhaji Muhammad Aminu Yusuf, and ALGON Chairperson Hajiya Sa’adatu Yusuf Soja praised the government’s efforts. Both pledged full support from traditional institutions and local governments to ensure the success of the health reforms.