From Femi Oyelola, Kaduna
In a major boost toward achieving universal health coverage, the Deputy Governor of Kaduna State, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, has sponsored the enrollment of 1,000 vulnerable individuals from Sanga Local Government Area into the Kaduna State Contributory Health Scheme (KSCHS).
The targeted intervention, aimed at easing healthcare access for low-income residents, was officially launched at Gwantu, the headquarters of Sanga LGA, with beneficiaries drawn from wards across the area.
Representing the Director-General of the Kaduna State Contributory Health Management Authority (KADCHMA), Mallam Abubakar Hassan, the Agency’s Head of Administration and Finance, Mallam Suleiman Mustapha, commended the Deputy Governor’s dedication to public health.
He reassured the public of KADCHMA’s continuous drive to broaden insurance coverage across the state.
Hon. Buhari Sanga, representing the Chairman of Sanga Local Government Council, described the gesture as a life-changing intervention.
Similarly, the Chief of Sanga, Alhaji Balarabe, expressed deep appreciation, noting the scheme’s potential to alleviate health-related financial burdens within the community.
The beneficiary group specifically targets four vulnerable demographics: Senior citizens (elderly), children under five years old, pregnant women, persons living with disabilities (PWDs).
Speaking on behalf of the recipients, several beneficiaries expressed heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Balarabe, promising to utilize the services effectively to better their health and living conditions.
The initiative highlights the growing impact of targeted state interventions in guaranteeing essential healthcare services for underserved communities throughout Kaduna State.
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