The Niger State Government has announced the construction of 100 standard Primary Health Care Centres (PHCs), as part of its sweeping reforms in health, education, and infrastructure, with 20 of the centres already completed and commissioned. This was revealed by the Commissioner for Information, Hon. Binta Mamman, during a media briefing held on Tuesday to mark Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s two years in office.
Hon. Mamman said the health initiative is one of the state government’s flagship projects aimed at transforming healthcare delivery in rural and urban communities. “The administration initiated the construction of 100 standard primary healthcare centres, with over 20 completed and inaugurated,” she stated. According to her, the centres are fully equipped to provide maternal, child, and general health services.
In addition to the PHCs, Mamman disclosed that the government has also embarked on the construction and refurbishment of tertiary healthcare centres. “The construction and refurbishing of tertiary health care centres, employment of additional healthcare personnel, and improved welfare have been undertaken,” she said, emphasising that these efforts reflect the Bago administration’s resolve to confront longstanding health service gaps.
Turning to education, the commissioner described the sector as a key pillar of the administration’s transformation agenda. “With a vision to make Niger State the ‘Massachusetts of Nigeria,’ the government has invested over N1.3 billion in furniture, upgraded learning environments, and prioritised increased teacher welfare in addition to employing new teachers across the state,” Mamman revealed.
She noted that the investments were not just cosmetic, but strategic and data-driven. New school buildings, renovated classrooms, and teacher recruitment were targeted to meet rising enrolment and bridge educational disparities. “The administration recognises that education is the foundation for sustainable development,” Mamman added, stressing that human capital development was central to Governor Bago’s broader vision.
Reviewing the past two years, the commissioner said the government’s achievements reflect a clear and purposeful direction. “Two years ago, the Bago administration came into office with a bold vision, to transform Niger State into a modern, economically productive, and socially inclusive entity. Today, we can say, without exaggeration, that the vision is unfolding with purpose and precision,” she said.
On infrastructure and urban renewal, Mamman reported that extensive road construction and urban remodeling efforts are ongoing across the state. “Massive road constructions, bridge works, and strategic urban remodelling projects are underway in Minna, Suleja, Bida, Kontagora, and other key urban centres across the local government areas in the state,” she disclosed.
She concluded by reaffirming the administration’s commitment to inclusive development. “This government is focused on delivering results that impact the daily lives of Nigerlites. The improvements in health, education, and infrastructure are just the beginning of what we have in store,” Mamman assured, calling for continued support from residents as the state moves towards a new phase of growth.
