Kwara State to Launch Electronic Medical Records in 2026

The Kwara State Government is set to introduce electronic medical records across state-owned hospitals, with training for healthcare workers commencing in November 2026. This initiative, approved by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, will be executed through the Kwara State Hospitals Management Board under the HOPE-PHC Project.

The electronic system aims to reduce reliance on paper records, improve access to patients' medical histories, and support continuity of care in public hospitals. The rollout builds on a previous digitalisation pilot involving six hospitals and ongoing efforts to integrate technology into healthcare delivery.

The establishment of the board's Data Management Committee in August 2026 is part of the strategy to enhance health information management. Dr Abdulraheem Malik, the Executive Secretary of the board, praised the governor for the project approval, stating that electronic medical records would enhance hospital operations and patient information management.

The board plans to collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and improved healthcare delivery throughout the state.