Kaduna Government Under Fire Over Alleged Renovation of 255 Health Centres, Group Exposes Abandoned Facilities

The Kaduna State Government’s claim of upgrading 255 primary health centres (PHCs) to Level-Two health institutions has come under scrutiny following field reports that contradict the official narrative.

Governor Uba Sani had announced on April 4, 2025, that PHCs across the state were being elevated to offer emergency maternal and neonatal care, a move he said was aimed at reducing mortality rates.

However, civic tech group MonITNG has called for transparency and independent verification, citing inconsistencies between the claims and on-ground realities.

In a statement shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, MonITNG expressed concern that many PHCs listed as renovated are still in poor condition locked, non-operational, and lacking basic amenities such as electricity, clean water, medical staff, and beds.

One of the most striking examples is the Kuringa Health Clinic in Giwa Local Government Area. Though it appeared on the government’s list of upgraded facilities, MonITNG described it as non-functional and abandoned, with no signs of activity or usable infrastructure.

“While this sounds like progress on paper, the lived reality in many communities tells a very different story,” MonITNG said. “If 255 PHCs have truly been upgraded, where are the details? Where’s the independent verification? Are these centres operational, staffed, and equipped?”

The group argued that rural dwellers continue to suffer, with many trekking long distances or resorting to traditional medicine due to the inaccessibility or dysfunctionality of local health facilities.

They further urged the state government to move beyond announcements and provide clear data on the actual status of these centres including which ones are functional, what services they offer, and their staffing levels.

“Healthcare is not a press release it’s about saving lives,” the statement emphasized. “We demand full transparency through independent audits, real-time public data, and direct engagement with the affected communities.”

Until the state can provide verifiable evidence of the upgrades, MonITNG insists the renovation claims remain questionable.