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KANO PEER REVIEW TO BOOST QUALITY HEALTHCARE, STRENGTHEN REGULATION IN NIGER STATE

Nigerlites are set to benefit from improved quality, safer and more accountable private healthcare services as the Niger State Private Health Facilities Agency Nisphfa moves to strengthen its regulatory framework through strategic partnerships and the adoption of proven best practices.

The Executive Chairman of NISPHFA, Dr. Abdullahi Suleiman, gave this assurance during a peer review and learning visit by the Agency's management team to the Private Health Institutions Management Agency (PHIMA) in Kano State. He said the visit was aimed at understudying PHIMA's regulatory processes, operational strategies and innovations for possible adaptation in Niger State.

Dr. Suleiman explained that although NiSPHFA was established on May 5, 2025, the Agency has recorded significant achievements within its first 120 days, including the deployment of an online registration platform for private health facilities. He noted that the learning visit forms part of the Agency's commitment to continuous improvement in order to guarantee quality healthcare services for the people of Niger State.

The Executive Chairman commended the management of PHIMA for its warm reception and willingness to share its experiences, stressing that collaboration and peer learning remain vital to building a strong and effective regulatory system capable of protecting patients and promoting excellence among private healthcare providers.

In her presentation, the Acting Director-General of PHIMA, Mrs. Khadija Sa'id, described the regulation of private healthcare institutions as a demanding but essential responsibility that requires commitment, professionalism and integrity. She applauded NiSPHFA for the remarkable milestones it has achieved within a short period of its establishment and encouraged the Agency to sustain the momentum by prioritising effective field operations, transparency and accountability.

Mrs. Sa'id advised NISPHFA to maintain close collaboration with security agencies, including the Police and the DSS, during enforcement operations. She also recommended the adoption of a fully digital payment system to eliminate cash transactions and ensure that all payments are made directly into government accounts, thereby strengthening transparency.

She further highlighted PHIMA's use of QR code-enabled certificates to curb forgery and explained that the Agency regulates traditional and alternative medicine practitioners through a dedicated desk and a steering committee that fosters collaboration among different categories of healthcare providers.

The PHIMA boss also encouraged NISPHFA to engage traditional birth attendants through regular training on safe delivery practices, family planning and appropriate referral systems. According to her, integrating these frontline caregivers into the healthcare system will improve maternal and child health outcomes while expanding access to quality healthcare services, especially in underserved communities.

Mrs. Sa'id further called for stronger collaboration with professional bodies, including the Nigerian Medical Association, while emphasising the need to prioritise staff welfare, inspection incentives and regular supportive supervision to enhance professionalism, efficiency and accountability within the Agency.

Also speaking, the Director of Nursing Services, Aisha Garba, and the Director of Medical Services, Dr. Suleiman Ibrahim, took the visiting delegation through PHIMA's inspection procedures and regulatory standards. As a mark of collaboration, copies of the NiSPHFA Regulation and Registration Guidelines were presented to the Acting Director-General of PHIMA. The visit is expected to strengthen NISPHFA's capacity to regulate private health facilities more effectively, ultimately translating into safer healthcare services and better health outcomes for Nigerlites.

06-07-2026

SADO DA KAZA ENTERTAINMENT AND SENSITIZATION GROUP VISITS NISPHFA CHAIRMAN, REAFFIRMS PARTNERSHIP COMMITMENT

The Executive Chairman of the Niger State Private Health Facilities Agency Nisphfa , Dr. Suleiman Abdullahi received members of the Sabo da Kaza Entertainment and Sensitization Group, a renowned grassroots advocacy and entertainment group known for promoting public awareness through drama, symposiums, and community engagement.

Speaking during the visit, the Chairman of the Group commended the leadership style of the Executive Chairman and expressed appreciation for the Agency’s ongoing efforts in regulating private healthcare facilities across the state. He also reaffirmed the group’s commitment to partnering with NISPHFA in promoting health awareness at the grassroots level.

In his remarks, the Executive Chairman reiterated the Agency’s commitment to collaborating with the group to enhance public awareness of NISPHFA’s activities and mandate.

Present at the meeting were the Director of Operations, Dr. Sadiq Hussaini; the Director of Monitoring and Inspection, Dr. Ishaq Ma’ali; and other members of staff.

Through this partnership, both organizations remain committed to intensifying grassroots sensitization on the regulation of private healthcare facilities, promoting compliance with healthcare standards, and combating quackery and other illegal practices among private healthcare providers in Niger State.

24-06-2026

NISPHFA PARTICIPATE IN 2026 JOINT ANNUAL REVIEW MEETING ON UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE

The Niger State Private Health Facilities Agency Nisphfa actively participated in the 2026 Joint Annual Review Meeting of the Health Sector, held from 22nd to 23rd June 2026.

Representing the Executive Chairman, the Director of Operations, Dr. Sadiq Hussain, served as a panelist during a session themed:

“Bridging the Gap: Bottlenecks and Prospects on Niger State’s Path to Universal Health Coverage (UHC)”

The discussion focused on addressing challenges and exploring opportunities for achieving Universal Health Coverage in Niger State through strengthened health systems and improved access to quality healthcare services.

Also in attendance was the Director of Planning, Research and Statistics, Dr. Andrew Okoh, who participated in the meeting in his capacity as Chairman of the Technical Committee.

NISPHFA remains committed to supporting policies, partnerships, and reforms that advance quality healthcare delivery and accelerate the attainment of Universal Health Coverage in Niger State.

HEALTH COMMISSIONER, NISPHFA CHAIRMAN DISCUSS REGULATION OF PRIVATE HEALTH FACILITIES ON CRYSTAL FM

The Honourable Commissioner Health, Dr. Murtala Muhammad Bagana, alongside the Executive Chairman of the Niger State Private Health Facilities Agency Nisphfa, Dr. Abdullahi Suleiman, participated in a live radio programme on Crystal 91.3 FM, Minna, to discuss the regulation of private health facilities under the New Niger Agenda.

The one-hour interactive programme provided an opportunity to educate the public on the importance of regulating private healthcare facilities to ensure quality service delivery, patient safety, and compliance with established healthcare standards across Niger State.

Speaking during the programme, Dr. Bagana reaffirmed the commitment of the Niger State Government under the leadership of Farmer Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago to strengthening the healthcare system through effective regulation, monitoring, and enforcement of standards guiding private medical practice.

He emphasized that the New Niger Agenda prioritizes accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare services for all citizens, noting that effective regulation remains critical in eliminating quackery, improving service standards, and safeguarding public health.

In his remarks, the Executive Chairman of NISPHFA, Dr. Abdullahi Suleiman, highlighted the Agency’s statutory responsibility of licensing, monitoring, and inspecting private health facilities to ensure compliance with operational guidelines and professional ethics.

He disclosed that the Agency has intensified routine inspections and enforcement activities aimed at sanitizing the private healthcare sector and ensuring that only qualified and licensed facilities operate within the State.

The Chairman further warned that private hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and maternity homes operating illegally or below acceptable standards would face appropriate sanctions in accordance with existing laws.

Both officials called on members of the public to patronize only licensed and accredited health facilities and encouraged residents to report suspected cases of illegal medical practice to the appropriate authorities.

The radio programme forms part of the ongoing public enlightenment efforts of the Ministry and NISPHFA to promote accountability, improve healthcare service delivery, and support the realization of the healthcare objectives of the New Niger Agenda.

Date: 23rd June, 2026

📢 PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT

How are private hospitals and clinics regulated to ensure safe, quality healthcare for all?

Join the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Murtala Bagana, and the Executive Chairman of the Niger State Private Health Facilities Agency Nisphfa, Dr. Abdullahi Sulaiman, for an insightful live discussion on:

🎙 “Regulating Private Health Facilities Under the New Niger Health Agenda”

This important conversation will highlight the ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare standards, improve service delivery, and ensure quality care across private health facilities in Niger State.

🗓 Date: Monday, 22nd June 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
📻 Listen Live: Crystal 91.3 FM
📱 Watch Live: Facebook @ NG Ministry of Health

Don't miss this opportunity to understand the policies and reforms shaping the future of private healthcare in Niger State.

Set your reminder and join the conversation!

🚨 NISPHFA TASKFORCE CRACKS DOWN ILLEGAL PRIVATE HEALTH FACILITIES IN BIDA

As part of its commitment to ensuring quality healthcare service delivery and protecting public health, the Niger State Private Health Facilities Agency Nisphfa has sealed 10 illegal private hospitals in Bida for violating healthcare regulations.

The enforcement exercise, led by Hamisu Abubakar, and other members of the Agency's Taskforce, involved a comprehensive inspection of private healthcare facilities across the town to assess compliance with approved operational and professional standards.

The affected facilities were found to have committed various regulatory violations, including:
✅ Failure to meet minimum operational standards
✅ Non-compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements
✅ Breaches of professional ethics and healthcare guidelines

NISPHFA reaffirmed its dedication to safeguarding the health and wellbeing of Niger State residents by ensuring that all private healthcare providers operate within the law and maintain acceptable standards of care.

The Agency also warned healthcare operators against illegal practices and urged all private health facilities to regularize their operations and comply with regulatory requirements to avoid sanctions.

Quality Healthcare, Patient Safety, and Regulatory Compliance remain our priority