By By Elizabeth Ugbo
The Zamfara State Government, led by Dauda Lawal, has approved N87 billion for healthcare in 2026. The plan targets 23 facilities across all 14 LGAs. It focuses on renovation, expansion, and equipment upgrades. The budget aims to improve access, quality, and infrastructure statewide.
Overview of Zamfara 2026 Budget
Governor Lawal presented an N861.3 billion budget on December 4, 2025. Lawmakers later approved it. He signed the revised N871.337 billion appropriation bill on December 19.
The budget allocates N714 billion for capital projects. This represents 83 percent of total spending. Meanwhile, recurrent expenditure stands at N147.28 billion, or 17 percent.
Key sectors include health, infrastructure, security, education, and agriculture.
Breakdown of Health Sector Allocation
The government earmarked N87 billion for healthcare improvements. This funding covers general hospitals and primary healthcare centres (PHCs).
Additionally, the state approved N1.8 billion for medical equipment across nine hospitals.
General Hospitals Set for Upgrade
Nine general hospitals will undergo renovation and expansion:
- Talata Mafara General Hospital – N4 billion
- Gummi General Hospital – N2.2 billion
- Dansadau General Hospital – N2 billion
- Gusau General Hospital – N2 billion
- Bungudu General Hospital – N2 billion
- Moriki General Hospital – N500 million
- General Hospital Anka – N200 million
- General Hospital Magami – N200 million
- General Hospital Mada – N200 million
These upgrades aim to boost service delivery and patient care.
Primary Healthcare Centres Targeted
The government also selected 14 PHCs for overhaul and expansion. Key allocations include:
N1.5 Billion Each
- Tsafe LGA
- Gusau LGA
- Kaura Namoda LGA
- Talata Mafara LGA
- Gummi LGA
- Maru LGA
- Bungudu LGA
N1 Billion Each
- Shinkafi LGA
- Zurmi LGA
- Birnin Magaji LGA
- Bukkuyum LGA
- Anka LGA
- Bakura LGA
- Maradun LGA
These projects will strengthen primary healthcare delivery at the grassroots level.
Government’s Health Sector Strategy
The administration aims to revamp healthcare across all LGAs. It focuses on infrastructure, staffing, and equipment.
Moreover, the plan seeks to reduce medical travel and improve rural access. Residents should experience better services closer to home.
Key Takeaways
- Zamfara allocated N87 billion to healthcare in 2026
- 23 facilities will undergo renovation and expansion
- Nine general hospitals will receive upgrades
- Fourteen PHCs will improve primary care access
- Equipment funding will support modern medical services
