The Private Health Institutions Management Agency (PHIMA), under the leadership of its Director General, Professor Salisu Ahmad Ibrahim, has organized a pivotal meeting on Data Management and Health System Strengthening with private health facilities and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) officers from the 44 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Kano State.
The meeting aimed to enhance the efficiency and reliability of health data reporting and utilization, reinforcing PHIMA’s commitment to improving healthcare service delivery through accurate data collection, analysis, and evidence-based decision-making.
In his opening remarks, Professor Salisu Ahmad Ibrahim emphasized om the critical role of private health facilities in the state’s healthcare system and the importance of collaborative efforts in ensuring proper data management for improved health outcomes.
He stressed that accurate and timely health data is crucial for monitoring disease trends, planning interventions, and strengthening the overall health system.
The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including representatives of private health facilities, M&E officers, and health administrators, to discuss challenges in data reporting and explore solutions to enhance data quality and integration into the state’s health information system.
PHIMA reaffirmed its commitment to capacity-building programs, policy reforms, and technological innovations to strengthen health data management in Kano State.
Participants were encouraged to adopt standardized reporting tools and improve coordination with relevant health agencies.
The Agency also reiterated the importance of compliance with regulatory guidelines to ensure the delivery of high-quality healthcare services across both urban and rural communities.
