Bauchi State Receives N50m for Family Planning from UNFPA

Bauchi State has been allocated N50 million in family planning consumables and commodities from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) to bolster reproductive healthcare and reduce maternal mortality rates. Dr.

Audu Alayand, the UNFPA country representative, announced this donation during an advocacy visit to Bauchi State's Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning. The initiative is part of UNFPA's broader commitment to improve access to reproductive healthcare and address gender-based violence.

Hajiya Amina Moham Katagum, the state minister, expressed gratitude for UNFPA's ongoing support, emphasizing the importance of the partnership in enhancing maternal and child health outcomes. She acknowledged challenges posed by funding cuts from international development partners but assured that the state government would continue to support the implementation of UNFPA programs.

The collaboration aims to ensure the successful delivery of essential health services across the state.