By Pharmacist Gali Sule
Today, I wish to shed light on our collective journey of reform and progress at the Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA). When I assumed office in July 2023 under the administration of His Excellency, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, the Executive Governor of Kano State, the Agency was in dire straits. We inherited a negative fund balance of over ₦102 million, an overwhelming debt burden of ₦1.178 billion, and a stock availability level of barely 30%, leaving our government-owned health facilities exposed to dangerous shortages of essential drugs and medical consumables.
With the political will of the Governor, the support of the Honorable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, and the dedication of our team, we embarked on a historic turnaround. Through decisive reforms and transparent financial management, DMCSA successfully reversed the negative balance and, by June 2025, had raised its fund value to ₦334.5 million, recording consistent quarterly growth. Stock availability improved from the precarious 30% we inherited to a sustained 97% since June 2024, guaranteeing patients across tertiary, secondary, and primary facilities access to affordable, safe, and quality medicines. Furthermore, the inherited debt has been systematically reduced by nearly 80%, now standing at ₦251.8 million—a testament to disciplined stewardship.
Our reforms extended beyond finances. We institutionalized quarterly stock counts, strengthened accountability systems, and integrated Family Planning (FP) and Neglected Tropical Disease (NTD) commodities into our supply chain. We expanded our stock keeping units (SKUs) to improve access and secured a pharma-grade warehouse. In addition, His Excellency graciously approved the remodeling of our laboratory into a modern Quality Control Laboratory, along with facilities for extemporaneous drug preparation.
The Agency’s credibility has been renewed, earning eight awards of excellence from professional bodies and pharmaceutical manufacturers within a short span. These recognitions affirm that DMCSA is not just recovering but thriving as a model of accountability and efficiency in drug supply chain management.
I must emphasize that these achievements are not mine alone. They are the result of the enabling environment created by His Excellency Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, whose vision and commitment to health sector reforms have been pivotal. Likewise, the steadfast support of the Honorable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, has been instrumental in repositioning the Agency as a reliable backbone of healthcare delivery in Kano State.
Together, we have demonstrated that with integrity, transparency, and the right leadership, institutions can be rebuilt and made to serve the people effectively. The DMCSA remains committed to sustaining these gains and ensuring that no patient in Kano State is denied access to essential medicines.
Pharmacist Gali Sule, FPSN, is the Director General Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA)
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