Bauchi govt, UNICEF sign agreement boost child welfare
The Bauchi State government, through the ministry of budget, economic planning, and multilateral coordination, has officially signed the 2025 work plan agreement with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
The agreement aims to improve the lives of the state’s citizens, particularly children.
The signing of the 2025 workplan marks a formal commitment between the State and UNICEF to achieve shared objectives for sustainable development, ensuring a more productive and impactful year ahead.
Nuzhat Rafique, chief of field office for UNICEF Bauchi, spoke at the signing ceremony in Bauchi on Wednesday.
She explained that the agreement was aimed at enhancing development initiatives across critical sectors in the state.
“The work plan was developed in collaboration with relevant ministries, agencies, and stakeholders.
“The focus areas include health, education, Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), nutrition, and societal and behavioural change,” Ms Rafique said.
She emphasised the need for continued support and cooperation from stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of the outlined activities.
Amina Katagum, commissioner for budget, economic planning, and multilateral coordination, expressed appreciation for UNICEF’s technical and financial support, particularly for child-focused programmes.
She reaffirmed the state’s commitment to supporting UNICEF initiatives, aiming to improve programme efficiency and address identified gaps.
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
NationWide
Falana urges Nigerians to demand accountability from leaders
He called on Nigerians to support one another, stressing that “injustice to one is injustice to all.”
NationWide
NRC, SEDC partner on rail rehabilitation in South-East
He underscored the priority attention the commission attached to rail development in the region.
Health
Surgeon urges early medical intervention to prevent sudden death
He called on the government to improve health facilities to prevent citizens from seeking treatment abroad.
States
Enugu govt. inaugurates free malaria treatment to combat surge
He also emphasised the importance of environmental management and control in addressing malaria.
Health
NAFDAC urges healthcare stakeholders to combat counterfeit drugs
She emphasised that NAFDAC was determined to leverage modern technologies to address counterfeit activities.
States
Bauchi govt, UNICEF sign agreement boost child welfare
She emphasised the need for continued support and cooperation from stakeholders.
