In a significant moves in fighting the burden of hypertension and other communicable diseases in the state, the Kano State Government, through the Ministry of Health, has reiterated its strong commitment to addressing the rising burden of hypertension and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the state.
The state commissioner for health Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, disclosed this while briefing journalist.
According to a statement by Nabilusi Abubakar Kofar Na’isa, the public relations officer of the ministry said the briefing took place on May 17, 2025, at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), Muhammadu Abdullahi Wase Teaching Hospital (MAWTH), in commemoration of World Hypertension Day 2025.
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Dr. Yusuf described hypertension as a “silent killer” and a leading cause of preventable death.
The global theme, “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer!”, reinforces the importance of early detection, proper monitoring, and healthy living to prevent severe complications.
The state government implemented several key interventions under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, including training 412 healthcare workers from 208 PHCs, expanding hypertension services from 52 to 260 facilities, and integrating mental health support into hypertension care.
Outreach & Screening: through the “Project 10 Million” campaign, tens of thousands were screened for hypertension and diabetes in a single week, leading to over 26,000 diagnoses of hypertension and nearly 5,000 of diabetes. These individuals have been placed on treatment.
The government also launched the Abba Care Support Program for sickle cell patients and the Abba Gida-Gida Diabetic Support Program for children with type-1 diabetes, offering free medication, glucometers, and test strips.
Dr. Yusuf urged residents to know their blood pressure, embrace healthy lifestyles, and take proactive health steps.
He also commended healthcare workers, the media, and partners including the Federal Ministry of Health, WHO, UNICEF, and PROJECT HOPE for supporting Kano’s health sector transformation.