The Zamfara State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association, (NMA) has commended Zamfara State Government’s commitment to transforming the healthcare sector and supporting the medical profession.
The State NMA Chairman, Dr Muhammad Murtata Salahu made the commendation at the 2026 Annual Physicians’ Week And Ordinary General Meeting of the association.
The theme for this year’s Physicians’ Week is, “Securing the Future of Medicine in Nigeria.”
Part of the activities marking the week was scientific lectures presentations on polio in Zamfara, Applications of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare, and Diphtheria Case Management.
The NMA Chairman noted that the resource persons for the presentations were carefully selected aimed at addressing the critical public health concerns and expose members to emerging innovations in medical practice.
Dr. Salahu acknowledged the contributions of the WHO , Unicef and other development partners, healthcare institutions and stakeholders whose technical and institutional support continues to strengthen public health interventions and healthcare delivery in Zamfara.
“I want to reaffirm the NMA’s readiness to work closely with the present administration in the state in building a healthcare system that is resilient, accessible, equitable and responsive
“A stronger medical profession means a stronger healthcare system, and a stronger healthcare system means a healthier and more prosperous Zamfara,” he said.
Salahu who is the Incident Manager, Polio Emergency Operations Centre in the state, noted that the Physicians’ Week is an important annual event that provides us with the opportunity to celebrate the contributions of medical doctors to national development, reflect on the challenges confronting the medical profession, and chart a sustainable path towards strengthening healthcare delivery in Nigeria.
“This year’s theme is particularly timely, considering the evolving global healthcare challenges, increasing disease burden and outbreaks, emerging technologies, workforce shortages and the growing demand for accessible, affordable and quality healthcare services.
“As medical professionals, we recognise that securing the future of medicine requires more than clinical expertise,” he added.
According to him, the health care system demands visionary leadership, sustained political commitment, strategic investment, technological innovation and a motivated healthcare workforce.
“On behalf of the entire NMA members in Zamfara let ne express our profound appreciation to Gov Dauda Lawal for his visionary leadership, remarkable commitment to healthcare transformation and sustained support for the medical profession.
“We acknowledge and commend the determination of the present administration in the state to reposition the healthcare sector through infrastructural revitalisation, improved healthcare service delivery, institutional strengthening and greater attention to the welfare and professional development of healthcare personnel,” he explained.
He said: ” Dauda Gov Lawal’s commitment of giving the healthcare a priority of his administration demonstrates a clear understanding that a healthy population remains the foundation of sustainable development, economic productivity and social stability.
“We particularly appreciate his administration’s responsiveness to the needs and concerns of medical professionals and its efforts towards creating a more conducive environment for effective medical practice.
“These initiatives are encouraging and represent important steps towards addressing longstanding challenges within our healthcare system.
“The commitment of the state government to healthcare development is commendable, and we assure you of the continued professional support and constructive partnership of the Nigerian Medical Association in translating the state healthcare vision into sustainable benefits for the people of Zamfara.
“We equally encourage the governor to sustain this positive momentum through continued investment in healthcare infrastructure, workforce development, improved welfare packages, recruitment and retention of medical personnel, and the strengthening of healthcare services across the state,” he explained.
He appreciated the state ministry of health for collaborative disposition and commitment to institutional engagement have continued to provide an important platform for strengthening relationships between the Ministry of Health, healthcare professionals and other critical stakeholders.
“We commend the effort of the ministry towards promoting effective healthcare governance, improving service delivery and ensuring that the vision of His Excellency, the Executive Governor, translates into meaningful progress within the health sector.
“As an association, we deeply value constructive dialogue, mutual respect and partnership with the Ministry of Health, and we look forward to even greater collaboration in addressing the challenges confronting healthcare delivery in Zamfara,” he further said.
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