The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has called for better utilisation of Nigeria’s traditional institutions to address key societal challenges, particularly maternal mortality. Speaking at the 1st International Conference of the Centre of Excellence for Population, Health and Policy (ACEPHAP) at Bayero University Kano, Sanusi emphasised the need for direct community engagement through grassroots structures to address these issues.
He stressed that maternal and infant mortality stem largely from neglect, stressing the importance of prioritising women and children. The Emir proposed a data-driven approach to monitor pregnancies and births in real-time, enabling local leaders to take proactive steps to mitigate risks and ensure better health outcomes.
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While criticising societal norms, such as large families beyond financial capacity, which he argued contribute to poor health outcomes, Emir Sanusi urged communities to embrace family planning, education, and the empowerment of women as key strategies to improve health and well-being.
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