The Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA) has enrolled cancer survivors into the AbbaCare Programme and appointed a Cancer Liaison Officer to strengthen coordination and support for beneficiaries, following the directive of His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, to extend healthcare support to cancer survivors across Kano State.
The exercise, conducted at the Agency’s headquarters Kano, represents a significant step towards translating the Governor’s directive into action and reinforcing the state government’s commitment to inclusive healthcare delivery and social protection for vulnerable residents.
The initiative reflects Governor Yusuf’s determination to improve access to essential healthcare services for residents facing significant health challenges. Through the AbbaCare Programme, KSCHMA is working to advance the state government’s healthcare agenda by promoting equitable access to healthcare support and reducing barriers to essential medical services.
Speaking on the development, the Executive Secretary of KSCHMA, Dr Rahila Aliyu Muktar, commended the Governor for the directive, describing it as a demonstration of his administration’s commitment to the wellbeing of vulnerable residents. She reaffirmed the Agency’s resolve to implement government policies and initiatives that expand healthcare coverage and ensure that eligible beneficiaries are not left behind.
As part of the exercise, KSCHMA appointed a Cancer Liaison Officer to facilitate coordination, communication and engagement concerning the healthcare needs of cancer survivors under the programme. The appointment is intended to strengthen the link between beneficiaries and the Agency, support follow-up and help address issues affecting their access to available healthcare services.
The Executive Secretary emphasised that cancer survivors deserve dignity, compassion and appropriate healthcare support, noting that sustained coordination is essential to addressing their needs. She expressed confidence that the appointment would strengthen the Agency’s engagement with beneficiaries and support the effective implementation of the programme.
The enrolment exercise and appointment of the liaison officer underscore KSCHMA’s commitment to translating government directives into practical interventions that promote healthcare inclusion and improve support for vulnerable populations. The Agency will continue to collaborate with relevant stakeholders to advance the objectives of the AbbaCare Programme and strengthen access to essential healthcare services.
KSCHMA reiterates its commitment to supporting the Kano State Government’s vision of an accessible, equitable and responsive healthcare system in which vulnerable residents receive appropriate attention and support. The Agency calls on relevant stakeholders to support initiatives that advance healthcare inclusion and improve the wellbeing of cancer survivors across the state.
KSCHMA Cares: One Voice, One Health, One Future
Signed:
Aminu Ahmad Turaki, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KSCHMA)
