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Zamfara State Special Modified
Medical Outreach

Improving quality of life through accessible healthcare

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OngoingJul 3, 2026

Outreach 021 (General & Eye) — Approved Action Plan

📍 General Hospital, Eye Centre & Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital, Gusau

🗓 Jul 3, 2026 – Jul 19, 2026

Approved action plan for Outreach 021, General and Eye.

Date Activity Responsibility
Fri, 3 Jul 2026 Mobilization for Outreach 021, General and Eye Outreach Committee
From Mon, 6 Jul 2026 Review of available drugs and recommendation for procurement Dr Musa (Pharmacist)
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 Final prep by OBC — virtual meeting at 5:00pm; confirmation of staff list; listing of GA requirements Outreach Committee members, MD GH, Prof Adamu, Dr Enesi, Dr Jibrilla, Dr Kareem, Pharmacist, I/C YBSH, GH & Eye, mobilization officers (Yazid, Nabila & Aliyu Umar), Ext. Coordinator Ibrahim
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 Release of staff list Outreach Committee
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 Drugs procurement Dr Musa (Pharmacist)
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 Hotel reservation Outreach Committee
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 Final prep by OBC — meeting at Secretariat 3:00pm; confirmation of staff list; collection of materials and drugs; checklist Outreach Committee members, MD GH, Prof Adamu, Dr Enesi, Dr Jibrilla, Dr Kareem, Pharmacist, I/C YBSH, GH & Eye, mobilization officers (Yazid, Nabila & Aliyu Umar), Ext. Coordinator Ibrahim
Fri 17 – Sat 18 Jul 2026 Supplementary outreach at General Hospital and Eye Centre (2 days) As per staff list to be released
Fri 17 – Sun 19 Jul 2026 Outreach at YBSH, with reference to outstanding special cases (3 days, as usual) As per staff list to be released
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 Committee meeting — appraisal, retirement, and report writing Outreach Committee

Note: the General Hospital and Eye Centre activities run for two days only, while YBSH runs for three days.

About Us

The Special Modified Medical Outreach is a transformative healthcare initiative established by His Excellency, Dr. Dauda Lawal, Executive Governor of Zamfara State. Inaugurated onJuly 6th, 2023, this program is dedicated to alleviating citizen suffering and enhancing quality of life through accessible, high-quality medical care.

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✚ Our Core Services

Life-Changing Medical Care

We provide specialized, free-of-charge treatments to restore health and dignity across Zamfara State.

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Cataract Extraction

Advanced cataract surgery with artificial lens replacement for restored vision clarity.

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Groin Swellings (Hernia, hydroceles)

Expert treatment for groin abnormalities including hernias and hydroceles.

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Vesicovaginal Fistula (VVF) Repairs

Specialized surgical repair to restore normal urinary function and improve quality of life.

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Health Education

Comprehensive health awareness programs promoting preventive care and healthy living.

Cumulative Operated Cases, By Centre

From August 2023 to date

OutreachDateGeneral Hospital
Groin swellings & other cases
YB Specialist Hosp
Groin swellings & lumps/special cases
Eye Centre
Cataract extraction/others
Farida VVF
Vesico-vaginal/rectal fistula, prolapse
Total
Outreach 001Aug 202367548232235
Outreach 002Aug 2023139371390315
Outreach 003Sep 2023212015928399
Outreach 004Sep 20239801150213
Outreach 005Nov 20231269113930386
Outreach 006Dec 2023105641470316
Outreach 007Feb 20241297915028386
Outreach 008Sep 20243391191500608
Outreach 008b (Undescended testes)Sep 20240260026
Outreach 009Sep 20254930790158
Outreach 010Oct 2025148821500380
Outreach X (Sero-positive)Oct 20250250025
Outreach 011 SPECIAL (Major and Sero-positive)Nov 20250400040
Outreach 012 VVF RVF & ProlapseNov 20250003030
Outreach 013Nov 2025155971500402
Outreach 014Dec 20251679900305
Outreach 015, 016 and 017Jun 202618115712029487
Outreach 018 and 019Jun 20261638714026416

GRAND TOTAL = 5,127

Note: some individuals were counted more than once due to bilaterality or multiple procedure sites.

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Milestone reached: over 5,000 free surgeries and procedures performed for the people of Zamfara State since this outreach began.

👥 Leadership Team

Our Leadership

Meet the dedicated leaders driving healthcare transformation in Zamfara State.

Dr. Dauda LawalHis Excellency

Dr. Dauda Lawal

Governor of Zamfara State

Malam Mani MummuniHis Excellency

Malam Mani Mummuni

Deputy Governor of Zamfara State

Malam Abubakar M Nakwada

Malam Abubakar M Nakwada

Secretary to the State Government

Hajiya Huriyya Dauda-LawalHer Excellency

Hajiya Huriyya Dauda-Lawal

First Lady of Zamfara State

Dr. Nafisa Muhammad Maradun

Dr. Nafisa Muhammad Maradun

Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Health

What People Say

"The VVF repair changed my life. I can now live with dignity."

Aisha Musa

Patient

"This outreach brings world-class care to rural communities."

Dr. Yusuf Bello

Surgeon

"My son's cataract surgery was free and successful. Thank you!"

Fatima Ahmed

Mother

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the medical outreach?

All residents of Zamfara State are eligible, with priority given to vulnerable groups including women, children, and the elderly.

Are the services free?

Yes, all surgical procedures, consultations, and medications provided under this program are completely free.

How can I register?

Visit any designated outreach center or contact your local government health office for registration.