KSMH, ACEPHAP, BUK, Disseminate Groundbreaking KASSEP Findings to Shape Health Policy
The Kano State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the African Centre of Excellence for Population Health and Policy (ACEPHAP), Bayero University Kano, has successfully hosted a high-level dissemination event to present key findings from the Kano State Surveillance for Evidence and Policy (KASSEP) project.
This was contained in a statement Signed by Nabilusi Abubakar K/Na’isa Public Relations Officer,Kano State Ministry of Health Issue it to the media on Tuesday.
The Honorable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, who graced the event alongside senior Ministry officials, commended the research team for their dedication and thorough work. He noted that he had anticipated the final report for over a year, emphasizing its importance in guiding strategic health planning.
“These findings offer a clear roadmap for reducing maternal mortality and improving health outcomes across Kano State,” Dr. Yusuf stated. “I am pleased to announce that the comprehensive report will take it to His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, for policy consideration and further implementation.”
The event, which attracted stakeholders from government, academia, and the health sector, showcased critical data from the Retrospect Phase of the project, including the Verbal and Social Autopsy components. These components provided in-depth insights into the underlying causes of mortality and the social determinants of health in Kano State.
During the dissemination,academics and research experts, including Professor Ahmad Maifada Yakasai, Professor Baba Maiyaki Musa, and Professor Hadiza Shehu Galadanci, played key roles in the project’s success and were present to share insights from the research.
“This initiative reflects the importance of aligning research with policy,” said Professor Galadanci.
“By leveraging accurate data, Kano State is setting a benchmark for evidence-based healthcare decision-making.” she added
The dissemination event underscores the state government’s ongoing commitment to strengthening health systems and improving service delivery. It also highlights the fruitful collaboration between public institutions and academia in advancing public health.
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