The Natview Foundation for Technology Innovation (NFTI) recently held its bi-monthly briefing cadence with the Kaduna South and Chikun LGA teams on the longitudinal study, following three rounds of visits to the Primary Healthcare Facilities in these areas. This initiative aims to analyze trends in staff absenteeism and supply chain management across primary healthcare centers (PHCs) in four key LGAs: Kaduna North, Kaduna South, Chikun, and Makarfi.
The meeting began with opening remarks by Mr. Shamaki Job Kurah, Deputy Director of Human Resources for Health at the Kaduna State Primary Healthcare Board (SPHCB). He reiterated the HRH team’s commitment to ensuring that insights and efforts from the study are fully appreciated and effectively integrated into policy and practice. Following this, NFTI’s Executive Director, Nuradeen Maidoki, provided an overview of the longitudinal study, emphasizing its critical role in addressing gaps within the health system.
A highlight of the session was a presentation by Bashir Abdulraham, a member of NFTI’s data analytics team. He showcased innovative geospatial analysis techniques used to monitor health facilities through polygon corridors, enabling real-time tracking of data collection activities. The backend systems employed ensure that devices utilized for data gathering function exclusively within designated PHCs, significantly enhancing the accuracy and reliability of the collected information.
Fatima Tafoki, Senior Program Officer at NFTI, subsequently presented key findings related to human resources for health (HRH) and supply chain management (SCM). An interactive data validation session followed, allowing stakeholders to engage deeply with the results and contribute their perspectives. Participants reviewed the longitudinal analysis table, which highlighted emerging trends and areas requiring attention.
Feedback from the LGA teams underscored the collaborative spirit of the initiative. Pharmacist Mansir from the Kaduna State Contributory Health Management Authority (KADCHMA) suggested refining the list of essential drugs included in the study and revisiting certain research questions to better align with current needs and priorities. Also in attendance at the briefing was Mr. Williams Sambisa from the Gates Foundation.
Closing the session, Mr. Charles Hosea of the State Cold Chain Office (SCCO) expressed gratitude to all participants for their invaluable contributions. He emphasized the significance of such collaborative efforts in fortifying primary healthcare service delivery across Kaduna State.
Through this engagement, NFTI continues to reinforce evidence-based decision-making in the health sector, ensuring that data-driven insights contribute to improving Primary Healthcare systems and service delivery across Kaduna State.
Written By: Simnom Emmanuel
