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KADMAM-CSO Urges Transparent Use, Community Monitoring of N32.9bn Basic Health Care Fund

By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna

The Maternal Accountability Mechanism in Kaduna Initiative (KADMAM) has lauded the Federal Government and the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare for the transparent release of N32.9 billion under the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), as announced in the “Red Letter” of October 22, 2025.

In a statement signed by Mr. Garba Muhammad, Co-Chairman of KADMAM, the civil society organisation described the release as a major milestone in strengthening primary health care (PHC) service delivery across Nigeria, especially in rural and underserved communities.

KADMAM, a State-Led Accountability Mechanism (SLAM) dedicated to improving maternal and child health outcomes, called on PHC facilities, Ward Development Committees, and Local Government Health Authorities to ensure the judicious utilisation of every Naira allocated under the BHCPF.

According to the statement, the funds should be directed strictly toward improving essential health services, upgrading infrastructure, and enhancing community access to quality care.

KADMAM further disclosed that its quarterly #OpenKadunaHealthSector initiative has provided a robust platform for communities and stakeholders to track the flow and utilisation of BHCPF allocations at local PHC facilities.

“This participatory accountability effort offers practical evidence and a collaborative framework to ensure that funds are properly used to strengthen health systems and improve service delivery at the grassroots level,” the statement read.

The organisation urged citizens, civil society groups, traditional rulers, religious leaders, and the media to take an active role in monitoring how the funds are spent in their respective communities.

“Community ownership, vigilance, and transparency remain essential to prevent leakages, ensure value for money, and guarantee that the funds truly benefit the people they are meant to serve,” KADMAM stated.

It emphasized that the BHCPF belongs to the people, stressing that public participation and accountability are vital to ensure sustainable progress in the health sector.

“This fund belongs to the people. Communities must not stand aside. We must demand openness, track expenditures, and hold ourselves and our institutions accountable for every kobo spent,” the group added.

Reaffirming its commitment to collaboration with government agencies, development partners, and oversight institutions, KADMAM expressed readiness to promote effective utilisation, continuous tracking, and public reporting of BHCPF disbursements across Kaduna State and beyond.

“Together, we can ensure that this investment translates into stronger PHCs, safer mothers and children, and a healthier Nigeria,” the statement concluded.

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