The Brain and Body Foundation (BBF) conducted a visit to the Kano State Ministry of Health on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, to conclude discussions with officials and the Commissioner of Health regarding the provision of CITAMIL, a blend of vitamin C, vitamin D, and Zinc, to over 1,000 children living with sickle cell disease in Kano state.

Daniel Bowman, Head of Operations, at the entrance of the Ministry of Health in Kano state.

Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, the Commissioner of Health, expressed satisfaction with the ongoing Project SCD Nigeria campaign, aimed at providing FREE essential nutrients to sickle cell warriors.

He is committed to strengthening the partnership between BBF and the Kano state government. In collaboration with the Kano State Ministry of Health, Brain and Body Foundation will also partner with Hasiya Bayero Hospital and Murtala Muhammed General Hospital on this project aimed at combating sickle cell disease in Nigeria.

L-R: Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, the Commissioner of Health for Kano State, alongside Daniel Bowman, Head of Operations, with representatives from Hasiya Bayero Hospital, gathered for the approval of the Project SCD Nigeria campaign in Kano State.

L-R: Dr. Ibrahim Muhammad, Chief Medical Director of Hasiya Bayero Paediatric Hospital; Maryam Umar, Kano Coordinator for Project SCD Nigeria; Daniel Bowman, Head of Operations at BBF; along with representatives from Murtala Muhammad General Hospital in Kano state.

BBF plans to conclude the Project SCD Nigeria campaign in Kano state throughout April and into May 2024, with further updates to follow as progress continues.

As part of BBF’s advocacy efforts, we aim to expand our impact and collaborate with agencies and state governments across Nigeria to improve the well-being of individuals facing various health challenges.