By Grace Samuel
The Borno state government has received a newly built Primary Healthcare Clinic from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), to provide healthcare services for children and individuals impacted by armed conflict.
This initiative aligns with UNICEF’s dedication to implementing the Primary Health Care Memorandum of Understanding with the state government.
UNICEF, with assistance from the German Development Bank, has constructed and furnished this medical center. Its value is estimated at 179,000 US dollars.
Today, the facility is being transferred to the Borno state government to address the healthcare requirements of women and children previously affected by armed conflict.
The head of the UNICEF office in Borno, Foon Win, stated that the establishment will improve the level of care provided to vulnerable newborns, pregnant women, and children who are in transition and undergoing rehabilitation before resettlement.
The State Government appreciates UNICEF’s efforts in ensuring sufficient healthcare services for the people of the state.
The Commissioner for women affairs and social development acknowledges that the intervention will accelerate the State government’s recovery efforts.
The United Nation’s Children Fund affirms its commitment to collaborating with the governments of the northeastern states to ensure the well-being and survival of women and children affected by the 13-year Insurgency.
Additionally, they aim to assist the Borno state government in achieving its 25-year development goal of enhancing access to high-quality healthcare services.