Hussaini Ibrahim 
KANO, Nigeria – The Kano State Government has expanded hypertension treatment services to 208 Primary Health Care (PHC) facilities, marking a major step in tackling non-communicable diseases.
The initiative builds on the National Hypertension Control Initiative (NHCI), supported by Resolve to Save Lives and Project HOPE. Initially piloted in 52 facilities, it now spans all 44 Local Government Areas.
Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf said the expansion reflects the government’s resolve to provide equitable, lifesaving care. “Our goal is to ensure every resident can access quality hypertension services within their community,” he said.
The project includes routine blood pressure checks, early treatment initiation, and follow-up care. Officials say it will reduce hospital admissions and prevent premature deaths from heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure.
Dr. Yusuf praised health workers for their commitment and urged them to sustain the momentum. “This scale-up is about saving lives and reducing preventable deaths,” he said.
According to the Ministry, Kano’s model could serve as a reference for other Nigerian states to strengthen primary health care systems.
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