Health
MoniTNG calls for accountability in BHCPF reforms as Anambra PHC renovation falls short
Written By: Emmanuel Ikhenebome
14 Nov 2025 07:21 AM
Aguta, Anambra – A civic organization, MonitNG, has commended the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare’s ongoing reforms under the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF 2.0) while raising concerns over substandard renovations at the Uga Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Aguata LGA, Anambra State.
The group called for stronger oversight and collaboration with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to ensure transparency and quality in Nigeria’s healthcare infrastructure projects.
In a post on X on Thursday, addressed to Hon. Minister of Health, Dr. Muhammad Pate, and the Executive Director of the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), Dr. Muyi Aina, MonitNG highlighted the BHCPF’s progress, including the onboarding of State Oversight Committees and the use of digital tools to monitor disbursements.
These reforms, they noted, signal a commitment to efficiency and accountability as Nigeria aims to revitalize over 17,600 PHCs by 2027, with 8,309 already benefiting.
However, a recent Tracka field report from August 2025 exposed significant shortcomings at Uga PHC, listed among revitalized facilities under the current administration. The report revealed that the renovation, executed by an unnamed contractor, was incomplete and poorly done.
Only partial tiling, reroofing, and the installation of some doors and windows were completed, while the facility remains plagued by leaking roofs, overgrown weeds, and poorly fitted doors.
The Officer-in-Charge confirmed the centre is unfit to serve patients and staff, underscoring a gap between promised improvements and reality.
MonitNG praised Tracka’s independent monitoring efforts and urged the Ministry to institutionalize CSO participation in the BHCPF framework. They argue that granting CSOs access to project details such as disbursed funds, contractors, timelines, and facility data would empower citizens to verify implementation and rebuild trust in government initiatives.
The organization specifically called on Dr. Aina to revisit Uga PHC and compel the contractor to address the identified defects, ensuring communities receive functional healthcare facilities.
With the BHCPF aiming to enhance primary healthcare nationwide, MonitNG emphasized that inclusive monitoring is critical to transforming investments into safe, dignified health environments.
As the Ministry continues its partnership with the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) for oversight, the spotlight now turns to addressing these discrepancies and setting a new standard for transparency in public health investments.
The group called for stronger oversight and collaboration with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to ensure transparency and quality in Nigeria’s healthcare infrastructure projects.
In a post on X on Thursday, addressed to Hon. Minister of Health, Dr. Muhammad Pate, and the Executive Director of the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), Dr. Muyi Aina, MonitNG highlighted the BHCPF’s progress, including the onboarding of State Oversight Committees and the use of digital tools to monitor disbursements.
These reforms, they noted, signal a commitment to efficiency and accountability as Nigeria aims to revitalize over 17,600 PHCs by 2027, with 8,309 already benefiting.
However, a recent Tracka field report from August 2025 exposed significant shortcomings at Uga PHC, listed among revitalized facilities under the current administration. The report revealed that the renovation, executed by an unnamed contractor, was incomplete and poorly done.
Only partial tiling, reroofing, and the installation of some doors and windows were completed, while the facility remains plagued by leaking roofs, overgrown weeds, and poorly fitted doors.
The Officer-in-Charge confirmed the centre is unfit to serve patients and staff, underscoring a gap between promised improvements and reality.
MonitNG praised Tracka’s independent monitoring efforts and urged the Ministry to institutionalize CSO participation in the BHCPF framework. They argue that granting CSOs access to project details such as disbursed funds, contractors, timelines, and facility data would empower citizens to verify implementation and rebuild trust in government initiatives.
The organization specifically called on Dr. Aina to revisit Uga PHC and compel the contractor to address the identified defects, ensuring communities receive functional healthcare facilities.
With the BHCPF aiming to enhance primary healthcare nationwide, MonitNG emphasized that inclusive monitoring is critical to transforming investments into safe, dignified health environments.
As the Ministry continues its partnership with the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) for oversight, the spotlight now turns to addressing these discrepancies and setting a new standard for transparency in public health investments.
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