The Adamawa State government has approved the establishment of a pharmacy consultancy cadre within the state civil service as part of efforts to strengthen pharmaceutical services and improve healthcare delivery.
The approval was conveyed on Tuesday through an official circular, underscoring the government’s commitment to enhancing the professional framework of pharmacy practice across the state’s health system.
According the circular, the new consultancy cadre is designed to create a clear career progression pathway for pharmacists, improve service standards, and align the state’s healthcare workforce structure with national best practices.
Health sector observers note that the reform is expected to expand and deepen the role of pharmacists in patient care, drug management, and public health interventions, thereby improving overall healthcare outcomes.
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Stakeholders across the health sector have welcomed the development, describing it as a timely and well-deserved recognition of the critical role pharmacists play in the healthcare system.
Particular commendation has been directed at the Permanent Secretary at the state Ministry of Health, Zirra Bubanani, whose leadership and sustained advocacy were credited with driving the reform.
Colleagues say his efforts have significantly strengthened pharmaceutical practice and advanced institutional reforms within the state’s health sector.
Pharmacist consultants and members of the broader pharmacy community in Adamawa State have also been congratulated on what many have described as a historic milestone.
Observers believe the approval will not only motivate healthcare professionals but also serve as a catalyst for improved pharmaceutical services across the state.
With the policy now in place, stakeholders say attention will shift to its implementation and the anticipated impact on service delivery and patient outcomes statewide.
