Yola: The Federal Ministry of Health is partnering with the Adamawa Government to reduce the rate of mortality through the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Innovation Initiative (MAMII) project. Mr. Ogden Ajirioghene of the Monitoring and Evaluation work stream in the Federal Ministry of Health made this known while speaking at a workshop for stakeholders on Monday in Yola.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the MAMII project will be implemented across the 21 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Adamawa. Ajirioghene highlighted that the initiative, inaugurated in November 2024, is aiming to eliminate Stages I and II of obstetric transition by December 2026. The project targets a 30 percent reduction in maternal mortality and a 60 percent increase in health facility utilization in high-burden areas by 2030. Ajirioghene emphasized that MAMII tackles delays in maternal care by improving demand, access (first and second delays), and supply-side challenges, including rapid enhancements in the quality of care in the country. He urged stakeholders to be proactive in reducing mortality in their respective communities.
Dr. Felix Tangwami, Adamawa Commissioner for Health, expressed gratitude to the Federal Government for the initiative. He encouraged participants to acquire the necessary knowledge for the program’s success, reiterating Adamawa’s commitment to the project’s success. Tangwami noted the state’s efforts to bring healthcare services closer to the people by building numerous facilities at the community level, ensuring that every LGA has secondary facilities.
Mr. Bitrus Midala, Sector Wide Approach (SWAP) Desk Officer in Adamawa, explained that the workshop’s objective is to provide an overview of MAMII, its invention suites, and the roles and responsibilities of the state for effective execution. District Head of Pella, Alhaji Saleh Mamman-Daksiri, also appreciated the initiative and assured the support of traditional institutions towards its success.
