Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency

08/03/2026

PRESS STATEMENT

Accelerating Action for Women’s Health: KSCHMA Marks International Women’s Day 2026 with Renewed Commitment to Inclusive Contributory Healthcare

8 March 2026

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has joined the global community in commemorating International Women’s Day 2026, themed “Accelerate Action.” The Agency used the occasion to reaffirm its commitment to expanding access to quality healthcare services for women and girls across Kano State.

Speaking during the commemoration, the Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, emphasized that women’s health remains a key priority under the inclusive healthcare policy direction of the Executive Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf.

Dr. Muktar noted that this year’s theme highlights the urgent need for governments, institutions, and communities to intensify efforts toward improving the wellbeing and empowerment of women, particularly through access to quality healthcare services.

“The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day, Accelerate Action, strongly aligns with our mission at KSCHMA. It calls for deliberate and sustained efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of women. Through the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Scheme, we are expanding access to essential healthcare services for women, especially pregnant mothers and vulnerable groups,” she stated.

She explained that the Agency continues to intensify enrollment into the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Scheme, with particular focus on pregnant women, widows, orphans, and other vulnerable populations. Access to antenatal care, skilled birth attendance, and other maternal health services remains central to KSCHMA’s strategy to reduce maternal mortality and improve health outcomes across the state.

According to her, these initiatives align directly with the healthcare reform agenda of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, whose administration prioritizes inclusive healthcare coverage and strengthened health systems to ensure equitable access to healthcare services for all residents of Kano State.

Dr. Muktar further called on families and communities to support women—especially expectant mothers—to seek early antenatal care and take advantage of the opportunities provided under the state’s contributory healthcare programme.

“Healthy mothers build healthy families, and healthy families build a stronger Kano. We encourage communities to support women in accessing healthcare services early and consistently,” she added.

KSCHMA reaffirmed its commitment to working with healthcare providers, community leaders, development partners, and civil society organizations to strengthen women-centered healthcare delivery across 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)
Abba Kabir Yusuf Daily Trust International Society of Media in Public Health

07/03/2026

*KANO STATE CONTRIBUTORY HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT AGENCY*
*AKY HEALTH FELLOWS APPLICATION FORM*
The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) is seeking the service of an ad-hoc staff for its upcoming mass vulnerable enrollment into the scheme across the 484 wards of Kano State. Successful applicants are expected to perform the following duties:

i. Registration of new enrollees into the Scheme
ii. Sensitize community members on the BHCPF programmes of the scheme
iii. Conduct advocacy visits to community gatekeepers, including WDCs within your respective assigned communities.

Interested individuals can apply to serve in their LGA of residence through this link.
Application Starts Friday 6th March 2026

*Ensure that you click submit Immediately you complete the form*

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07/03/2026

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07/03/2026

05/03/2026

PRESS RELEASE

KSCHMA Expands Inclusive Healthcare Drive, Enrols Orphans in Madobi LGA Under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Social Protection Agenda

5th March 2026

In sustained commitment to the inclusive healthcare and social protection policy of His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has today successfully enrolled orphans in Madobi Local Government Area into the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Scheme.

The enrollment exercise, conducted in Madobi LGA, forms part of the State Government’s broader strategic intervention aimed at safeguarding vulnerable children and ensuring equitable access to essential healthcare services across Kano State. Through this initiative, enrolled beneficiaries will now access comprehensive healthcare services at accredited health facilities under the Scheme without financial hardship.

Speaking during the exercise, the Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, reaffirmed that the enrollment drive reflects the clear policy direction of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration, which prioritizes social justice, equity, and universal health coverage. She emphasized that healthcare remains a fundamental right, not a privilege, and that deliberate measures are being taken to ensure that no child is left behind due to socio-economic circumstances.

Dr. Rahila further noted that the Madobi enrollment represents another milestone in the Agency’s systematic expansion of coverage to underserved populations, particularly orphans and other vulnerable groups across all local government areas. She assured stakeholders that the exercise is being implemented with strict adherence to transparency, proper beneficiary identification, and data validation protocols to guarantee accountability and sustainability.

She also called on community leaders, development partners, and well-meaning individuals to complement government efforts by supporting the enrollment and renewal of vulnerable persons within their communities, stressing that collective responsibility remains critical to achieving sustainable universal health coverage in the State.

Community leaders and stakeholders present at the event commended the Kano State Government and KSCHMA for deepening access to healthcare at the grassroots level, describing the intervention as timely and impactful.

The enrollment in Madobi reinforces the administration’s unwavering resolve to strengthen the State’s health financing architecture while building a compassionate and people-centered healthcare system that protects the most vulnerable.

KSCHMA Cares: One Voice, One Health, One Future

Signed:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA)
Kabir Yusuf NigeriaInternational Society of Media in Public Health

04/03/2026

PRESS RELEASE

Successful Surgical Repair: KSCHMA Rapid Response Team Secures Hernia Operation for Mal. Haruna Ya’u

4th March 2026

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has recorded another major milestone under its Rapid Response intervention framework as Mal. Haruna Ya’u, who had been battling a longstanding hernia condition, has successfully undergone surgical repair.

Mal. Haruna was earlier identified and referred by the KSCHMA Rapid Response Team for specialist management at Muhammad Abdullahi Wase Teaching Hospital after medical assessment confirmed the need for surgical intervention. Acting under the directive of the Executive Secretary, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, the Team ensured proper referral coordination and continuous follow-up throughout his treatment process.

Following comprehensive pre-operative evaluation and medical stabilization, surgeons at the facility successfully conducted the hernia repair procedure. He is currently recovering in stable condition under close post-operative supervision and is expected to make a full recovery.

The successful surgery underscores the effectiveness of KSCHMA’s Rapid Response framework, which guarantees timely referral, structured care coordination, and uninterrupted access to secondary and tertiary healthcare services for vulnerable residents.

Speaking on the development, the Executive Secretary, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, reiterated that the Agency remains committed to ensuring that no resident is denied necessary surgical care due to delays in access to appropriate medical facilities. She emphasized that the Rapid Response Team continues to monitor patients beyond referral, ensuring positive health outcomes through sustained engagement with partner hospitals.

This intervention further reflects the implementation of the Inclusive Healthcare Policy of His Excellency Abba Kabir Yusuf, which prioritizes equitable and people-centered healthcare delivery across Kano State.

KSCHMA will continue to follow up on Mal. Haruna’s recovery to ensure full rehabilitation, reinforcing the Agency’s dedication to responsive, inclusive, and quality healthcare services for all.

KSCHMA Cares — One Voice, One Health, One Future

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

03/03/2026

PRESS RELEASE

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf Strengthens Sickle Cell Care Through KSCHMA Rapid Response Nutritional Intervention

3rd March 2026

The Kano State Government, under the leadership of His Excellency Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reinforced its commitment to comprehensive healthcare delivery with a targeted nutritional intervention for sickle cell patients across the state.

Acting on 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) distributed fortified pap (Garin Kunu) to patients receiving care at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital and Khalifa Sheikh Isyaka Rabiu Paediatric Hospital. The Team was accompanied by the Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) of both facilities to ensure coordinated delivery and clinical oversight.

Representing the Executive Secretary, the Director of Administration and General Services, Amina Sani Usman, highlighted that the initiative underscores KSCHMA’s proactive, patient-centered approach to healthcare.

She noted that sickle cell disorder requires an integrated management plan that combines clinical care with sustained nutritional support. Patients are highly susceptible to anemia, recurrent infections, and painful crises, making proper nutrition essential for recovery and overall well-being.

“The Rapid Response Team, working closely with the hospitals’ CMOs, was mobilized to complement ongoing clinical care with immediate nutritional support, ensuring that patients receive holistic treatment that addresses both medical and dietary needs,” she said.

The fortified Garin Kunu provided under this intervention is specifically formulated to enhance nutritional intake, strengthen immunity, and support growth and resilience—particularly among pediatric patients.

By extending this intervention to two key referral hospitals in Kano State, the Government demonstrates operational agility, institutional coordination, and unwavering commitment to vulnerable populations living with chronic health conditions.

This initiative is part of the broader health sector reform agenda of the present administration, which prioritizes quality service delivery, improved patient outcomes, and equitable access to healthcare services across the state.

The Kano State Government remains steadfast in safeguarding the health and dignity of all citizens through responsive, inclusive, and sustainable healthcare interventions.

KSCHMA Cares: One Voice, One Health, One Future

Signed:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA)
Abba Kabir Yusuf International Society of Media in Public Health

02/03/2026

PRESS RELEASE

Back Home and Recovering: KSCHMA Rapid Response Team Secures Safe Discharge of Electrical Shock Survivor After Life-Saving Surgery

2nd March 2026

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has recorded another positive outcome in its emergency medical intervention efforts as Umar Muhammad, a 32-year-old victim of severe electrical shock injury, has been successfully discharged following life-saving surgical treatment.

Umar sustained extensive burns to his right hand after a high-voltage electrical incident, resulting in critical tissue damage and serious medical complications. Acting under the directive of the Executive Secretary, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, the KSCHMA Rapid Response Team promptly enrolled him into the State Contributory Healthcare Scheme and facilitated his urgent admission to Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital for specialist management.

After comprehensive clinical evaluation, the attending medical team performed a necessary surgical amputation to prevent further systemic complications and safeguard his overall health. Following a period of close post-operative monitoring and recovery, Umar has now been discharged in stable condition and will continue with scheduled follow-up care as advised by medical professionals.

The successful discharge highlights the effectiveness of KSCHMA’s structured emergency response framework, which ensures rapid enrollment, seamless hospital coordination, access to specialist care, surgical intervention, and post-operative follow-up without delays.

Speaking on the development, the Executive Secretary, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, reaffirmed the Agency’s unwavering commitment to protecting residents facing critical health emergencies. She noted that the Rapid Response Team remains on standby to respond swiftly and compassionately to urgent medical cases across Kano State.

This intervention reflects the practical implementation of the Inclusive Healthcare Policy of His Excellency Abba Kabir Yusuf, which prioritizes equitable and timely access to quality healthcare services for all residents, particularly those confronted with unexpected health crises.

KSCHMA will continue to monitor Umar’s recovery through coordinated follow-up care, ensuring sustained rehabilitation and improved health outcomes.

KSCHMA Cares — One Voice, One Health, One Future

Signed:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA)
Kabir Yusuf International Society of Media in Public Health

02/03/2026

PRESS STATEMENT

KSCHMA and NHIA Forge Strategic Alliance to Enroll One Million Vulnerable Residents in Landmark Healthcare Expansion Drive

2nd March 2026

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA), in collaboration with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), has convened a high-level strategic engagement aimed at accelerating the enrolment of one million vulnerable residents under the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF) initiative in Kano State.

The engagement brought together senior technical officials and programme stakeholders to critically review the operational framework, beneficiary targeting methodology, data harmonization processes, and phased implementation roadmap for the large-scale enrolment drive. The initiative is strategically positioned to strengthen financial risk protection mechanisms and expand access to essential healthcare services for indigent and underserved populations across the State.

The meeting was chaired by the Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, who was represented by Dr. Jamila Mustapha. Delivering the keynote remarks, Dr. Jamila emphasized that the enrolment of one million vulnerable residents represents a transformative milestone in Kano State’s journey toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC). She reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and data integrity, noting that the exercise aligns with the broader healthcare reform agenda of the present administration.

The NHIA delegation was led by the State Coordinator, Adamu Abdullahi, who reiterated the Authority’s readiness to provide regulatory guidance, technical oversight, and institutional support to ensure full compliance with national standards. He underscored the importance of sustained federal–state collaboration in driving healthcare financing reforms and achieving measurable health outcomes.

As immediate next steps, both institutions agreed to finalize beneficiary validation using the National Social Register (NSR), deploy harmonized digital enrolment tools, conduct targeted refresher training for field Registration Officers, and operationalize a joint monitoring and evaluation framework. A coordinated statewide community sensitization campaign will also be launched to deepen public awareness, enhance transparency, and encourage eligible residents to participate actively in the enrolment process.

The strengthened partnership between KSCHMA and NHIA signals a unified and results-driven approach toward enrolling one million vulnerable residents, reducing catastrophic health expenditure, and reinforcing primary healthcare delivery systems across 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)
Abba Kabir Yusuf

26/02/2026

PRESS RELEASE

Saving Young Lives: KSCHMA Rapid Response Team Delivers Timely Specialist Care for Vulnerable Children in Kano

26th February 2026

In a powerful demonstration of responsive and inclusive healthcare delivery, the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA), through its Rapid Response Team (RRT), has facilitated urgent specialist medical care for two vulnerable children with complex health conditions, reaffirming the Agency’s commitment to protecting Kano State’s most at-risk populations.

Under the directive of the Executive Secretary, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, five-year-old Hibbatullah Ibrahim, a female child living with forelimb and hindlimb paralysis associated with a congenital syndrome, is currently receiving structured physiotherapy care at Khalifa Sheikh Isyaku Rabiu Pediatric Hospital. The therapy, delivered as part of a multidisciplinary plan, aims to improve her mobility, strengthen her limbs, and enhance overall quality of life, with regular monitoring and rehabilitation sessions ensuring sustained medical support.

Infant Usman Abduljabbar, a male child diagnosed with spina bifida and hernia, has been referred by the KSCHMA Rapid Response Team to Khalifa Sheikh Isyaku Rabiu Pediatric Hospital for specialist assessment and intervention. The referral ensures timely access to diagnostic evaluations, surgical planning, and appropriate treatment to prevent further health complications and safeguard his development.

Speaking on the interventions, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar emphasized that KSCHMA’s Rapid Response Team provides more than emergency referrals. It ensures continuous patient follow-up and coordinated care with specialist hospitals. She reiterated that no child in Kano State should be denied life-saving medical care due to lack of access to appropriate facilities.

These interventions are in direct alignment with the inclusive healthcare vision of His Excellency, Abba Kabir Yusuf, whose policy prioritizes equitable access to quality healthcare services for children and other vulnerable groups. By removing barriers to treatment and facilitating access to specialist facilities, KSCHMA continues to implement the Governor’s mandate for Universal Health Coverage and people-centered healthcare across all Local Government Areas.

The Agency will continue to closely monitor both Hibbatullah and Usman, providing ongoing guidance and interventions to ensure optimal recovery, demonstrating KSCHMA’s unwavering commitment to compassionate, responsive, and inclusive healthcare for Kano’s children.

KSCHMA Cares: One Voice, One Health, One Future

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

26/02/2026

PRESS STATEMENT

KSCHMA & DMCSA Launch Groundbreaking Direct Drug Procurement Reform Framework

26th February 2026

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA), in partnership with the Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA), has formally received the Final Report and Strategic Framework of the Advisory Committee on Direct Drug Procurement Reform. This milestone marks a major step toward eliminating recurring drug stockouts across accredited public health facilities in Kano State.

The report was presented at a high-level session held at the KSCHMA Conference Hall, attended by senior management and committee members. The reform initiative is designed to strengthen drug availability, improve supply chain efficiency, and ensure that enrollees consistently access quality-assured medicines.

In her remarks, the Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, described the reform as a strategic intervention addressing systemic challenges such as fragmented procurement processes, fund diversion risks, and inadequate medicine supply. She emphasized that the initiative aligns with the health transformation agenda of the Kano State Government and underscores KSCHMA’s commitment to uninterrupted access to essential drugs.

The Director General of DMCSA, Pharmacist Gali Sule, highlighted that the framework provides an evidence-based, implementation-ready roadmap to strengthen centralized procurement, enhance accountability, and ensure coordinated distribution of medicines to all accredited facilities.

A key recommendation of the Committee is the direct disbursement of 70% of capitation funds to DMCSA to facilitate coordinated procurement and reliable drug supply. This measure is expected to enhance transparency, reduce inefficiencies, and guarantee uninterrupted access to essential medicines for KSCHMA enrollees statewide.

The Advisory Committee, organized through a multisectoral structure, conducted extensive data reviews and stakeholder consultations to develop the reform framework and implementation roadmap.

The formal handover marks the transition from policy development to ex*****on, with both agencies committing to phased implementation, continuous monitoring, and active stakeholder engagement to ensure sustainability and measurable impact.

The Direct Drug Procurement Reform represents a decisive step in strengthening Kano State’s health insurance system, safeguarding public funds, and enhancing service delivery for citizens.

KSCHMA cares: One Voice, One Health, One Future

Signed:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA)
kabir yusuf@abba_gida_gida International Society of Media in Public Health

25/02/2026

PRESS RELEASE

From Crisis to Hope: KSCHMA Rapid Response Team Secures Critical Care and Surgical Interventions for Vulnerable Patients in Kano

25th February 2026

The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA), through its Rapid Response Team (RRT), has facilitated life-saving medical interventions for three vulnerable patients in Kano State, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to inclusive and equitable healthcare delivery.

Mal. Haruna Ya’u, who has been battling a severe hernia condition, was referred to Muhammad Abdullahi Wase Teaching Hospital for specialist evaluation. Following clinical assessment, he is currently on medication and scheduled for surgical repair in the coming weeks, in line with medical advice.

At the same facility, Khadija Ali, who suffered a hypertensive attack, is undergoing intensive medical management and close monitoring to stabilize her condition and prevent further complications.

In a more complex case, Umar Abdullahi sustained a serious leg fracture and was initially hospitalized but absconded due to financial constraints. The untreated fracture subsequently deteriorated, developing an infected wound with discharge that made immediate orthopedic surgery medically unsafe.

Upon KSCHMA’s intervention, Umar was reassessed by Dr. Hussain Muhammad, Chief Medical Director of Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital. He was placed on medication and closely monitored for eight weeks to manage the infection and promote wound healing. Following successful recovery and clinical clearance, he is now scheduled to undergo orthopedic surgery, with the Rapid Response Team facilitating the required implant to ensure optimal surgical outcome.

These coordinated interventions align with the healthcare reform vision of His Excellency, Abba Kabir Yusuf, whose Inclusive Healthcare Policy prioritizes financial risk protection, strengthened referral systems, and access to quality medical services for vulnerable populations. The initiative reflects the State Government’s determination to remove economic barriers and ensure that no resident is denied essential treatment due to financial hardship.

Speaking on the development, the Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr. Rahila Aliyu Muktar, emphasized that the Rapid Response Team remains committed to emergency referrals, sustained patient follow-up, and comprehensive care coordination across tertiary facilities in the State.

KSCHMA will continue to monitor the patients’ progress to ensure full recovery, reaffirming its mandate to deliver people-centered and accountable healthcare services across 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)
Abba Kabir Yusuf Daily Trust International Society of Media in Public Health