Plateau Assembly Tasks Health Facilities on Improved Service Delivery as MDAs Defend 2026 Budget:
The Plateau State House of Assembly has urged all healthcare facilities across the state to ensure the delivery of adequate and efficient medical services to prevent disease outbreaks.
Chairman of the House Committee on Health, Yakubu Sanda, gave the charge at the commencement of the 2026 budget defence for Ministries, Departments, and Agencies MDAs under the committee at the Assembly complex in Jos
Sanda stressed that accessible and quality healthcare remains essential to safeguarding public health, noting that every facility must perform optimally. He expressed the committee’s readiness to collaborate with the Ministry of Health and its agencies to ensure citizens receive improved medical services.
Acting Director of the Plateau State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency, Kwande Dakwal, explained that the agency is targeting one million enrollees in 2026 as it plans to expand its services to rural communities.
Also appearing before the committee, the Provost of the College of Health Pankshin said the 2026 budget is focused on further developing the institution while appreciating Governor Mutfwang’s support in securing accreditation for some courses.