Hussaini Ibrahim Kafi in Kano
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has announced plans to unveil a state-of-the-art clinic dedicated to providing free and comprehensive care for patients living with sickle cell disease.
The clinic, located at the Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital, will offer a wide range of free services, including diagnosis, consultations, medication, and surgical operations.
According to the state Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran on Monday, the clinic is part of Governor Yusuf’s commitment to addressing the burden of sickle cell anaemia.
“This emanated from the promises of Governor Yusuf during his electioneering campaign, as outlined in his blueprint for healthcare reform,” Dr. Labaran said.
The governor has also signed into law a premarital health screening bill, which prohibits marriages between intending couples with similar genotypes in the state, thereby preventing the birth of children with sickle cell anaemia.
Governor Yusuf’s spokesman, Sanusi Bature, noted that the governor is “not only tackling the root cause of the disease but also ensuring that those already living with it receive the care and support they need.”
“This special care centre is a testament of his administration’s determination toward providing relief and hope for victims, while promoting a healthier future for the people of Kano State,” Bature added.
