Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency

07/02/2026

PRESS RELEASE

KSCHMA Rapid Response Team Drives Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Inclusive Healthcare Agenda, Enrolls Graveyard Diggers at Dandolo Cemetery

7th February 2026

In line with the directive of the Executive Secretary of the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA), Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, the Agency’s Rapid Response Team (RRT) has successfully enrolled graveyard diggers and their immediate families at Dandolo Cemetery, Goron Dutse, into the State Contributory Healthcare Scheme.

The intervention reflects the implementation of His Excellency Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Inclusive Healthcare Policy, which prioritizes equitable access to quality healthcare services for vulnerable and essential workers across Kano State. The enrollment exercise forms part of a broader strategy to extend health contributory coverage to underserved occupational groups whose contributions are vital to public health and community wellbeing.

Speaking on the exercise, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar emphasized that the Rapid Response Team was mobilized under her directive to ensure that graveyard diggers, who often operate under challenging and high-risk conditions, are not left behind in accessing healthcare services. She reiterated that KSCHMA remains committed to identifying and enrolling vulnerable populations across the 44 Local Government Areas as part of the State’s drive toward Universal Health Coverage.

The outreach at Dandolo Cemetery highlights KSCHMA’s proactive approach of taking enrollment directly to communities and workplaces, reinforcing the State Government’s commitment to social protection, health equity, and people-centered healthcare delivery. Beneficiaries expressed appreciation to the Kano State Government and KSCHMA for recognizing their welfare needs and extending healthcare coverage to them.

Furthermore, KSCHMA reaffirmed that the Rapid Response Team will continue to work closely with community associations, traditional leaders, and relevant stakeholders to strengthen grassroots enrollment, improve awareness on healthcare benefits, and ensure sustained access to services for vulnerable populations across the State. This collaborative approach is designed to deepen trust, enhance service delivery, and support the long-term sustainability of the contributory healthcare scheme.

This milestone further strengthens the administration’s resolve to deliver inclusive healthcare services, ensuring dignity, protection, and improved health outcomes for essential workers throughout Kano State.

KSCHMA Cares: One Voice, One Health, One Future

Signed:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) Daily Trust

05/02/2026

PRESS RELEASE

KSCHMA Shares Digitization and Data Upload Experience at NHIA Technical Peer Review Meeting of State Health Insurance Agencies

5th February 2026

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) recently convened a Technical Peer Review Meeting of all thirty-seven (37) State Social Health Insurance Agencies (SSHIAs) to assess implementation progress, strengthen data governance, and align operational processes with ongoing national health insurance reforms.

The engagement provided a strategic platform for peer learning, technical exchange, and performance review, with emphasis on data quality assurance, operational readiness, and improved coordination among states.

Key sessions focused on the implementation of the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) 2.0, highlighting the importance of timely and accurate data submission as a requirement for fund disbursement. Participants reviewed the approved BHCPF 2.0 Operational Guidelines, including the NHIA Gateway framework, enrolment expansion strategies, and measures to enhance scheme sustainability and access to quality healthcare services.

A detailed review of Quarter Four (Q4) 2025 submissions on the NHIA Data Management Platform examined data completeness, consistency, and timeliness. The session identified reporting gaps, state-level challenges, and practical corrective measures aimed at strengthening evidence-based decision-making.

Representing the Executive Secretary of the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA), Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, the Director of Planning, Research and Statistics, Sadiq Imam Abdullahi, presented KSCHMA’s digitization model. He outlined how the Agency enables real-time documentation of enrollee encounters through a dedicated portal with login access for all 484 BHCPF-supported facilities across Kano State. The presentation also demonstrated KSCHMA’s structured process for downloading, completing, and uploading validated NHIA data templates — an approach widely commended for its clarity and efficiency.

Further deliberations examined recent NHIA Gateway modifications designed to improve fund flow, enrolment tracking, and reporting efficiency, alongside clarification of the Measures of Completion (MoC) and core BHCPF 2.0 performance indicators.

The meeting reaffirmed NHIA’s commitment to data-driven oversight, accountability, and continuous system improvement as key drivers of sustainable health insurance delivery and progress toward universal health coverage in Nigeria.

KSCHMA Cares: One Voice, One Health, One Future

Signed:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA)

05/02/2026

PRESS RELEASE

KSCHMA Executive Secretary Champions Strategic Health Reforms at 2026 AOP Dissemination and Sector Performance Review in Kano

5th February 2026

The Executive Secretary of the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA), Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, has reaffirmed the Agency’s leadership role in advancing sustainable health reforms during the 2026 Annual Operational Plan (AOP) Dissemination, Q4 2025 Health Sector Performance Review and Partners Coordination Forum held at Tahir Guest Palace, Kano.

The high-level forum, convened by the Kano State Ministry of Health with the support of development partners including UNICEF and the Lafiya Programme, brought together senior government officials, health institutions, and implementing partners to review sector-wide performance, align strategic priorities, and strengthen collaboration toward improved healthcare delivery across Kano State.

Speaking at the forum, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar underscored KSCHMA’s commitment to expanding sustainable health financing and ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare services, in line with the inclusive healthcare policy direction of His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. She highlighted the Agency’s ongoing efforts to deepen community enrolment, strengthen accountability frameworks, and institutionalize data-driven decision-making to improve programme effectiveness and service delivery.

The engagement featured detailed presentations on the implementation and performance of the 2025 Annual Operational Plan, an assessment of fourth-quarter health sector outcomes, and strategic deliberations on priority interventions for 2026. Stakeholders jointly reviewed implementation challenges and explored innovative approaches to enhancing monitoring and evaluation systems, coordination mechanisms, and health communication strategies.

Dr. Muktar emphasized that sustained collaboration among government institutions, development partners, and community actors remains critical to achieving Universal Health Coverage in Kano State. She noted that coordinated planning, shared accountability, and evidence-based interventions will be instrumental in building a resilient, people-centred healthcare system.

The forum concluded with renewed commitments from all partners to strengthen synergy, optimize resource utilization, and support strategic initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes for the people of Kano State.

KSCHMA cares: One Voice, One Health, One Future

Signed:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA)

05/02/2026

PRESS RELEASE

KSCHMA Strengthens Grassroots Health Governance as AKY Health Champions Complete Advanced Digital, M&E and Communication Training

5th February 2026

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has successfully concluded Day Two of its intensive training and onboarding programme for Local Government Area (LGA) Liaison Officers under the AKY Health Champions Initiative, reaffirming the State Government’s commitment to a digitally driven, accountable, and community-focused healthcare system.

The second day of the training, held at the KSCHMA Conference Hall in Kano, focused on equipping the AKY Health Champions with practical tools and operational competencies required for effective programme implementation across the 44 Local Government Areas.

Participants received hands-on training on the KSCHMA digitization portal, covering enrollee registration, management of dependents, change of healthcare providers, Remita payment procedures, and proper handling of ICT gadgets to support real-time service monitoring and reporting. The sessions align with KSCHMA’s digital transformation agenda aimed at improving efficiency, transparency, and data-driven decision-making.

Further sessions introduced participants to the Agency’s Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework, including data collection tools, service utilization registers, data quality assurance processes, and structured reporting requirements such as monthly activity reports and LGA summary tools. Facilitators emphasized the importance of accurate and timely data in strengthening health financing systems and improving healthcare outcomes.

To enhance community engagement, the AKY Health Champions also received training on effective interpersonal communication, enabling better interaction with enrollees, health workers, and community stakeholders while promoting confidence in the contributory healthcare scheme.

Administrative sessions guided Liaison Officers on formal communication channels, coordination procedures within LGA offices, and operational protocols to improve accountability at the grassroots. Participants also developed personal work plans to guide their first month of field deployment, ensuring clear targets and measurable impact.

In her closing remarks, the Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Mukhtar, commended the AKY Health Champions for their commitment and urged them to serve as ambassadors of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s inclusive healthcare agenda by strengthening enrolment drives, supporting facility supervision, and promoting quality healthcare access in their communities.

The conclusion of the two-day programme marks a significant milestone in KSCHMA’s efforts to deepen community-based health governance and accelerate progress toward Universal Health Coverage in Kano State.

KSCHMA Cares — One Voice, One Health, One Future

Signed:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA)

04/02/2026

PRESS RELEASE

KSCHMA Trains and Onboards AKY Health Champions as LGA Liaison Officers to Deepen Inclusive Healthcare Coverage Across Kano State

4th February 2026

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has commenced the first day of a comprehensive training and onboarding programme for Local Government Area (LGA) Liaison Officers under the AKY Health Champions Initiative, a strategic effort aimed at strengthening grassroots coordination and advancing the inclusive healthcare vision of His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.

The Day One session, held at the KSCHMA Conference Hall in Kano, brought together Liaison Officers from across the State to enhance their technical capacity, deepen their understanding of the Agency’s mandate, and reinforce their role as frontline representatives of the contributory healthcare scheme within communities.

In her opening remarks, the Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Mukhtar, emphasized the critical role of the AKY Health Champions in bridging the gap between health facilities, communities, and the Agency’s central operations. She noted that strengthening grassroots structures remains central to expanding access to affordable and equitable healthcare services across Kano State.

Participants received detailed briefings on KSCHMA’s vision, mission, organisational structure, programmes, and geographical coverage, alongside sessions on the Agency’s benefits package and enrollee rights. The programme also featured an overview of the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF), highlighting its structure, funding streams, and the responsibilities of Liaison Officers in supporting implementation at the community level.

Technical presentations focused on community sensitization and advocacy strategies, collaboration with Ward Development Committees (WDCs) and community gatekeepers, as well as introductions to standard quality assurance practices. Additional sessions addressed facility inspection protocols, referral pathways, enrollee support mechanisms, and structured processes for complaint collection and escalation — all aimed at strengthening service monitoring and improving healthcare delivery outcomes.

The Day One activities concluded with a renewed commitment from participants to intensify grassroots engagement, support quality service delivery, and contribute meaningfully to the realization of Universal Health Coverage in Kano State under the AKY Health Champions initiative.

KSCHMA Cares — One Voice, One Health, One Future

Signed:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA)

04/02/2026

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) wishes to inform the general public that the Orphans Enrolment Forms issued under the Agency’s inclusive healthcare programmes are completely FREE of charge.

Members of the public are strongly advised not to pay any individual, group, or intermediary for access to these forms. Anyone found selling or demanding payment for the forms is acting illegally and should be reported immediately to the nearest *POLICE STATION* or directly to the KSCHMA Headquarters.

KSCHMA remains committed to transparency, equity, and protecting vulnerable beneficiaries from exploitation.

Signed:
Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar
Executive Secretary
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA)

02/02/2026

PRESS RELEASE

KSCHMA Rapid Response Team Advances Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Inclusive Healthcare Policy by Enrolling Graveyard Diggers at Kofar Mazugal

2nd February 2026

In furtherance of His Excellency Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Inclusive Healthcare Policy, the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA), through its Rapid Response Team (RRT) under the supervision of the Executive Secretary, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar has enrolled graveyard diggers and their immediate families at Kofar Mazugal Graveyard into the State Contributory Healthcare Scheme.

The exercise forms part of the Governor’s deliberate policy direction to expand equitable access to quality healthcare, particularly for vulnerable and underserved frontline workers whose roles are critical to public health, safety, and community wellbeing.

Addressing the beneficiaries during the enrollment, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar reaffirmed the policy intent of the State Government, stating:

"This intervention is a clear reflection of the Inclusive Healthcare Policy of His Excellency Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, which prioritizes the protection of vulnerable and essential workers. Graveyard diggers render indispensable services under difficult and high-risk conditions, and it is only right that they and their families are covered under the State Contributory Healthcare scheme. KSCHMA is committed to ensuring that all graveyard diggers across the 44 Local Government Areas are enrolled in line with this policy direction."

The initiative was warmly welcomed by the Chairman of Kano State Graveyard Diggers, Mal. Muhammad Inuwa Umar, who expressed gratitude to the State Government and KSCHMA for recognizing their contribution. He further appealed to His Excellency Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to consider an upward review of their monthly allowances, currently pegged at ₦5,000, as an additional measure to improve their welfare

The outreach to Kofar Mazugal Graveyard exemplifies KSCHMA’s operational strategy of taking healthcare enrollment directly to vulnerable groups, in line with the Governor’s vision of leaving no citizen behind Through the Rapid Response Team, KSCHMA continues to identify, enrol, and protect frontline workers across all Local Government Areas, including those engaged in high-risk and informal occupations.

Beyond enrollment, the intervention reinforces the State Government’s broader social protection framework, ensuring dignity, equity, and access to essential health services for workers whose contributions are often unrecognized.

This milestone further consolidates Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s commitment to inclusive, people-centered healthcare delivery, positioning Kano State as a model for equitable health financing and universal health coverage

KSCHMA Cares: One Voice, One Health, One Future

Signed:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency@abba_gida_gida Abba Kabir Yusuf

02/02/2026

PRESS RELEASE

KSCHMA Hosts Weekly Morning Brief with Kano State Head of Service in Attendance

2nd February 2026

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) on Monday, 2nd February 2026, held its weekly morning brief with the Kano State Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, in attendance, underscoring the importance of effective coordination and leadership in strengthening healthcare delivery across the State.

The briefing, chaired by the Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar brought together Directors, Heads of Departments, Unit Heads, and key operational staff of the Agency. The engagement serves as a core management platform for reviewing performance, addressing operational challenges, and aligning departmental activities with KSCHMA’s mandate of expanding access to affordable and quality healthcare for all residents of Kano State.

In his goodwill remarks, the Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, commended KSCHMA for its structured management system, discipline, and results-oriented approach to public service delivery. He described the Agency’s routine morning brief as a best practice in public sector coordination and accountability, noting that it enhances efficiency, teamwork, and institutional coherence.

He further encouraged staff to sustain professionalism, commitment, and inter-agency collaboration in line with the reform agenda of the Kano State Government, emphasizing that healthcare delivery remains a critical pillar of social development. He reaffirmed the State Government’s support for initiatives that improve service quality, accountability, and public confidence in the health system.

Earlier in her address, the Executive Secretary, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, expressed appreciation to the Head of Service for honoring the Agency with his presence, describing the visit as a morale booster for staff. She reaffirmed KSCHMA’s commitment to the effective implementation of the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Scheme and to expanding coverage, particularly for vulnerable and underserved populations.

Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar noted that KSCHMA remains aligned with the vision of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, to ensure inclusive, equitable, and sustainable healthcare financing. She emphasized the importance of performance review, data-driven decision-making, and stakeholder engagement in advancing universal health coverage.

The session featured departmental updates on enrolment, healthcare service monitoring, data management and digitization, stakeholder engagement, and ongoing reforms aimed at improving healthcare access, efficiency, and quality across Kano State.

The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment by KSCHMA management and staff to uphold excellence, transparency, and accountability in service delivery.

Issued by:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA)

01/02/2026

29/01/2026

PRESS STATEMENT

KSCHMA Unveils AKY Health Champions to Advance Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Inclusive Healthcare Agenda

29th January 2026

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has unveiled the AKY Health Champions Initiative, a strategic intervention designed to strengthen health financing, enhance service delivery, and deepen community engagement across Kano State. The initiative aligns with His Excellency Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Inclusive Healthcare Policy, which seeks to expand access to quality and affordable healthcare for all residents of the State.

The programme was approved and implemented under the directive of the Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, building on the successful roll-out of the National Health Fellows Programme initiated by the Federal Government in 2025. The programme targets young professionals equipped with leadership, technical, and policy skills to support health system strengthening and sustainability.

Under this framework, the AKY Health Champions will serve as ad-hoc KSCHMA Liaison Officers across all 44 Local Government Areas of the State. In this capacity, they will act as the critical link between KSCHMA, healthcare providers, local government authorities, community structures, and beneficiaries.

Their responsibilities include supporting community sensitization and enrollment activities, identifying and escalating local healthcare needs, facilitating the prompt resolution of complaints, and strengthening public trust and acceptance of the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Scheme. Their presence at the grassroots level will also enhance data collection, verification, monitoring, and reporting, while promoting transparency, accountability, and quality assurance in scheme implementation.

In line with its commitment to excellence, KSCHMA will build the capacity of the AKY Health Champions to meet global best practices in health service delivery, stakeholder engagement, and health financing management, ensuring they are equipped with modern skills and competencies that meet international standards.

Speaking on the initiative, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar noted that deploying the fellows as ad-hoc Liaison Officers across all LGAs will significantly strengthen coordination, responsiveness, and service delivery outcomes, while directly supporting Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Inclusive Healthcare Agenda.

KSCHMA remains committed to ensuring that the National Health Fellows are meaningfully engaged in high-impact areas that enhance service delivery and system performance, advance universal health coverage, and build a skilled and responsive health workforce for Kano State.

KSCHMA cares: One Voice, One Health, One Future

Signed
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency@abba_gida_gida

29/01/2026

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