UNICEF has raised concerns about Nigeria’s escalating maternal mortality rate, revealing that a woman dies every seven minutes while giving birth in the country.
This alarming statistic was shared by UNICEF’s Maiduguri Field Office Chief, Francis Busiku Butichi, on Friday during a symbolic handover of WASHFIT supplies to healthcare facilities in Borno State.
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He attributed the high maternal death rate to inadequate hygiene conditions, ineffective infection prevention measures, and hazardous environments in many health institutions nationwide.
Butichi emphasized that healthcare facilities, especially in fragile and conflict-stricken regions, are crucial as the first line of defense against disease outbreaks and public health crises.
He explained that the WASHFIT initiative aims to enhance infection prevention and control, ensure access to safe water, encourage hygiene practices, and improve healthcare waste management in medical facilities.
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According to him, “WASHFIT aids health facilities in strengthening infection prevention and control, providing safe and dependable water, promoting hygiene, and improving waste management in healthcare settings.”
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He further noted that the program addresses significant gaps in water, sanitation, hygiene, and infection control standards in health facilities.
Butichi also highlighted that enhancing healthcare environments would result in safer childbirth experiences, superior service delivery, and better working conditions for health professionals.
He reiterated UNICEF’s commitment to supporting the Borno State Government in bolstering the healthcare system and safeguarding the health of women and children.
