As the world marks World Health Day 2026, the Plateau State government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the healthcare system through science-driven policies and interventions aimed at improving service delivery, health outcomes, and overall system efficiency.
The State Commissioner for Health, Nicholas Baamlong, stated this on Tuesday in Jos while briefing journalists to commemorate World Health Day, themed “Together for Health. Stand with Science”.
Baamlong said the state’s adoption of science-based health interventions has strengthened primary healthcare delivery and improved digital health reporting, with all 207 federal wards now transitioning from paper-based records to digital systems.
He added that health system planning and coordination have been enhanced through a unified operational work plan that aligns all health agencies under one framework, improving efficiency and accountability.
According to him, public health leadership and governance in the state have also been strengthened, resulting in improved disease surveillance, better access to healthcare, and expanded partnerships to address malaria, maternal mortality, and other health challenges.
The commissioner further said Plateau State will continue to strengthen surveillance and early warning systems, deepen One Health collaboration, promote science-based communication, ensure equitable access to healthcare, and invest in research, digital systems, and workforce development.
