Kaduna State Launches TBA Policy to Enhance Healthcare
The Kaduna state government launched a new policy and guidelines for Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) and deployed Adolescent and Young People (AYP) Safe Space equipment along with Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) consumables to selected primary healthcare centres on Tuesday. This initiative, supported by UNICEF and Global Affairs Canada (GAC), aims to strengthen primary healthcare delivery and improve maternal and child health outcomes.
Deputy Governor Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, representing Governor Uba Sani, emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring quality healthcare access for all citizens. The AYP Safe Spaces will provide adolescents with confidential health information and services.
Balarabe highlighted the importance of essential MNCH equipment in preventing complications and saving lives. She noted that Kaduna prioritizes healthcare under the SUSTAIN Agenda, allocating at least 15% of the state budget to the sector.
Commissioner for Health Hajiya Umma K. Ahmed stated the government seeks to better integrate TBAs into the formal healthcare system.
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