Maiduguri Specialist Hospital Commends BOSCHMA for Digital Healthcare Reforms
By Ali Mohammed Zanna, Maiduguri
The management of the State Specialist Hospital, Maiduguri, has commended the Borno State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (BOSCHMA) for its contributions to healthcare delivery and efforts to improve access to quality medical services across Borno State.
The commendation was contained in two separate letters dated October 19, 2026, and signed by the hospital’s Medical Director, Dr Baba Shehu Mohammed.
In the letters, the hospital acknowledged BOSCHMA’s support through the Formal Sector Health Insurance Scheme and the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), noting that the interventions had strengthened its capacity to provide healthcare services to patients and communities.
The hospital also congratulated BOSCHMA on its reported recognition as one of Nigeria’s leading state health ministries, departments and agencies in digital service delivery, as well as its receipt of the Government Technology Trailblazers Award.
It further praised BOSCHMA’s Executive Secretary, Dr Saleh Abba Kaza, for his leadership and contributions to the agency’s digital healthcare transformation initiatives.
According to the hospital, the recognition reflects efforts to integrate technology into healthcare administration, strengthen health institutions and promote access to efficient, affordable and quality medical services.
The hospital reaffirmed the importance of continued collaboration among healthcare institutions and relevant agencies in strengthening the state’s healthcare system.
In its response, BOSCHMA expressed appreciation to Dr Mohammed and the management and staff of the State Specialist Hospital, Maiduguri, for their recognition, cooperation and continued support.
The agency said collaboration among healthcare providers and institutions remained important to improving service delivery and building a stronger healthcare system for the people of Borno State.
