This is the official account of the Jigawa State Primary Health Care Development Agency (JSPHCDA), located at 2nd Floor, Block B, New State Secretariat, Dutse
The four-day Workshop on the Development of the Costed Implementation Work Plan (CIWP) for the Rollout and Scale-up of Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS), held from 12th to 15th January 2026, successfully concluded yesterday evening at Ni’imah Guests Palace, Kano.
JSPHCDA held a Management & Staff Meeting today in Dutse, chaired by ES Dr. Shehu Sambo. Directors and Programme Managers reviewed activities, discussed challenges, and explored ways to strengthen PHC services across all 27 LGAs of Jigawa State.
The campaign will target children 9 months–14 years for MR vaccination, while those 0–<5 years will benefit from other integrated health interventions. ✅💉👶👧🧒
On Monday, JSPHCDA, in collaboration with WHO, UNICEF, Solina, NI-ABAE, JSI, Sultan Foundation, IVAC, CHAN, ASDI, Chigari Foundation, AFENET and other partners, held a planning meeting ahead of the October 2025 Integrated Measles-Rubella Campaign across the 27 LGAs of the state.
JSPHCDA, SMOH & Lafiya-FCDO held the Quarterly PHC Coordination Meeting yesterday, 18 Sept 2025, in Dutse. Key stakeholders & PHC Managers reviewed progress, tackled RMNCAEH gaps, and adopted actionable steps to strengthen PHC services in Jigawa.
Jigawa Gov. Malam Umar A. Namadi, FCA commissions renovated Chamo PHC in Dutse LGA, fully equipped with modern facilities.
Supported by UNICEF & FCDO under CRIBS Project, the initiative also upgraded other PHCs & primary schools across selected LGAs. #JigawaHealth
It was attended by NPHCDA, senior officials, and partners including WHO, UNICEF, AFENET, NI-ABAE, Solina, IVAC, CMS, eHealth, Sultan Foundation, and Chigari Foundation.
JSPHCDA held a meeting today in Dutse chaired by Deputy PHC Director. It reviewed IBRA 1st Round, MR Microplan verification, MR dashboard, and plans for the 2nd Round.
Today in Dutse, JSPHCDA in collaboration with partners held a one-day meeting with HPOs from 27 LGAs to strengthen ACSM strategies ahead of the October 2025 MR vaccination campaign. Chaired by Alhaji M.A. Bulangu, with key partners including WHO, UNICEF, & others.
Yesterday, Jigawa Deputy Governor Engr. Aminu Usman Gumel began supervision of PHCCs in Jahun LGA (Aujara, Gunka & Kale) to assess services, note challenges & improve care.
Guided by Dr. Shehu Sambo & officials, this reflects Gov. Umar A. Namadi’s commitment to stronger PHC.
JSPHCDA Felicitates Jigawa @ 34!
We congratulate His Excellency Malam Umar A. Namadi, FCA, and the good people of Jigawa on the 34th anniversary of our dear state.
His strides in PHC revitalisation and impactful health programmes are truly commendable.
Danger Signs in a Newborn Requiring Immediate Medical Attention
✓Parents and caregivers should be vigilant for the following danger signs in newborns:
•Difficulty breathing
•Fever or low body temperature (hypothermia)
•Difficulty feeding or persistent vomiting
•Lethargy or reduced activity
•Convulsions or fits
•Signs of local infection, such as a red or pus-draining umbilical stump
•Jaundice (yellowing of the skin, especially on the palms and soles)
•Excessive crying
��Swollen abdomen
Chaired by Ag. SIO Alh. Shehu Ibrahim Kazaure, with SEMCHIC PM Alh. Surajo Sulaiman, SHPO Mal. Sani Yusuf Kachi, NPHCDA, WHO, UNICEF & others, the meeting reviewed IBRA, MR plans & RI updates.
The House of Reps Committee on Health, led by Hon. Amos Gwamna Magaji, visited Jigawa to assess BHCPF use in ward-level PHCs, guided by Dr. Shehu Sambo, ES JSPHCDA.
They commended HE Umar A. Namadi, FCA, for strengthening PHC services across the state.