BOMHHS

 About Us – Borno State Ministry of Health and Human Services

The Borno State Ministry of Health and Human Services is the government institution charged with ensuring the delivery of quality, accessible, and affordable healthcare services to all residents of Borno State. It formulates and implements health policies, manages public health institutions, and partners with local and international organizations to improve health outcomes across the state.

The Ministry plays a central role in strengthening health systems through the development of human resources, infrastructure, and effective service delivery models. It works to combat disease, reduce health inequalities, and promote the well-being of individuals and communities across all Local Government Areas.

🎯 Mandate

• Develop and implement health policies and programs in the state.

• Supervise and regulate public and private healthcare facilities.

• Ensure the delivery of primary, secondary, and tertiary health services.

• Manage disease surveillance, control, and response initiatives.

• Promote maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health.

• Partner with stakeholders to enhance public health and emergency response.

 Core Values

• Compassion – Putting people at the center of care.

• Integrity – Upholding transparency and ethical practices in service delivery.

• Efficiency – Maximizing resources to deliver timely health services.

• Collaboration – Working with communities and partners for better outcomes.

• Equity – Ensuring healthcare access for all, regardless of background.

• Innovation – Leveraging technology and best practices to improve health.

🧩 Departments and Units

The Ministry is organized into professional departments that address various aspects of health service delivery and policy implementation:

🏛️ Core Departments:

• Department of Public Health

• Department of Medical Services

• Department of Nursing Services

• Department of Pharmaceutical Services

• Department of Disease Control and Surveillance

• Department of Planning, Research, and Statistics

• Department of Administration and Finance

🔗 Key Agencies and Partnerships:

• Borno State Hospitals Management Board

• Primary Health Care Development Agency

• College of Nursing and Midwifery

• Traditional Medicine Board

• Development partners (WHO, UNICEF, MSF, FHI360, ICRC, etc.)

• National health agencies and Federal Ministry of Health

🏁 Strategic Goals

1. Strengthen primary healthcare services at the grassroots level.

2. Improve maternal and child health indicators across the state.

3. Build a resilient health system capable of responding to emergencies.

4. Expand access to quality and affordable healthcare for rural populations.

5. Upgrade healthcare infrastructure and supply chains.

6. Train and retain qualified health workers.

7. Reduce the burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases.