KECHEMA partners with NOA to raise community awareness about Kebbi State’s contributory health scheme and push for universal health coverage
Working Together for Healthcare
The Kebbi State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (KECHEMA) has announced a new important partnership. They will be working closely with the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to help more people in Kebbi State join the State Contributory Health Scheme. This collaboration is a big step towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in the state, which means making sure everyone has access to the healthcare they need without suffering financial hardship.
KECHEMA's Commitment to Universal Healthcare
The head of KECHEMA, Dr. Jafar Augie Muhammad, said that the agency is always looking for partners who want to help bring healthcare to everyone in Kebbi State through their health scheme. He made this statement at a meeting with stakeholders from NOA.
Dr. Jafar explained that the goal is to make sure that everyone in Kebbi State can benefit from the Contributory Health Scheme. This scheme helps people pay for their healthcare in a way that is easier for them.
The Importance of NOA in Community Mobilization
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) is a government agency that is responsible for informing and educating the public about different government policies and programmes. They have a strong network across the country and know how to reach people at the grassroots level, meaning in local communities and villages.
KECHEMA believes that by working with NOA, they can effectively share information about the health scheme with more people in Kebbi State. NOA’s experience in community mobilization and sensitization will be very valuable in encouraging people to participate in the scheme.
Areas of Collaboration Between KECHEMA and NOA
KECHEMA and NOA will work together on several important areas to make sure the health scheme is successful. These areas include:
- Patients Bill of Rights: Making sure people know their rights when they receive healthcare.
- Complaints and Grievances: Educating people on how to make complaints and get them addressed if they are not happy with the services.
- Redress Mechanisms: Explaining the processes for fixing problems and finding solutions when people have issues with the healthcare system.
- Service Quality Assurance (SQA): Informing the public about the standards of quality they should expect from healthcare providers.
- Enrollment Procedure: Making sure everyone understands how to register and join the Kebbi Contributory Health Scheme.
- Other areas: Working together on any other activities that will help people understand and use the health scheme.
Training for Community Mobilization Officers (COMOS)
To make sure that information about the health scheme reaches everyone, KECHEMA plans to organize training workshops for Community Mobilization Officers (COMOS) from all 21 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Kebbi State. These workshops will teach the COMOS everything they need to know about the Kebbi Contributory Health Scheme so they can then share this information with the general public in their local communities.
NOA's Readiness to Support the Health Scheme
The State Director of NOA, Mallam Nasir Karofi, thanked KECHEMA for choosing to partner with them. He mentioned that NOA has staff who are well-trained at the national, state, and local government levels.
Mallam Karofi also said that NOA is already making plans to involve volunteers in all 225 political wards across Kebbi State. This shows their strong commitment to helping KECHEMA succeed.
NOA's Assurance of Continued Support
Mallam Karofi assured KECHEMA that NOA will do everything they can to make sure people in Kebbi State are aware of all the programmes and activities of the Contributory Health Scheme. This partnership shows a strong commitment from both agencies to improve healthcare access for everyone in the state.
A United Effort for Healthcare in Kebbi
The collaboration between KECHEMA and NOA is a very positive step towards making sure that everyone in Kebbi State has access to quality healthcare. By working together, these two agencies can effectively reach communities, raise awareness, and encourage participation in the State Contributory Health Scheme, ultimately leading to better health outcomes for all residents of Kebbi State.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is KECHEMA?
KECHEMA stands for the Kebbi State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency. It is the agency responsible for managing the state's Contributory Health Scheme.
What is UHC?
UHC stands for Universal Health Coverage. It means ensuring that all people have access to the healthcare services they need without suffering financial hardship.
What is the role of NOA?
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) is a government agency that sensitizes and educates the public on government policies and programmes.
What will the collaboration focus on?
The collaboration will focus on raising awareness about the Patients Bill of Rights, complaints and grievances, enrollment procedures, and other important aspects of the Kebbi Contributory Health Scheme.
How will communities benefit?
Communities will benefit by having better access to information about the health scheme, which can lead to more people enrolling and receiving necessary healthcare services.
When will the training happen?
The press release indicates that KECHEMA will organize training workshops for COMOS, but the specific dates were not mentioned.
Source: Press release by Mansur Danjuma Sanchi, PRO KECHEMA, 2025.
This article is for informational and public education purposes only. For healthcare services or enrolment queries, contact KECHEMA or the Ministry of Health