About Us
- About Us
At Gidauniyar Alheri Community Health Centre (GACHC), we are dedicated to providing exceptional primary healthcare services to the communities of Gwale and Dala Local Governments in Kano State, Nigeria, and beyond.
Established in June 2010, we have grown from serving twelve traditional wards to becoming a beacon of health for residents across the entire region. Our commitment to quality care has earned us a reputation as the number one Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC) among over 1400 PHCs in Kano and among the top 28 best PHCs in Nigeria for Antenatal Care (ANC) attendance and skilled birth delivery.
We believe in accessible, compassionate, high-quality healthcare for all, empowering our community to thrive.
It is currently rated as number one PHC amongst over 1400 PHC in Kano and among 28 best PHC in Nigeria in terms of ANC attendance and skill birth delivery.
Our Team
- Our Mission, Vision and History
Mission
Our mission is to deliver comprehensive, high-quality, and accessible primary healthcare services that improve the health and well-being of mothers, children, and families in Kano State. We are committed to fostering a healthy community through dedicated care, education, and strategic partnerships.
Vision
We envision a future where every individual in our community has access to outstanding healthcare, leading to a healthier, more vibrant society. We strive to be a leading model for community health, innovation, and sustainable healthcare solutions in Nigeria, continuously expanding our services to meet evolving health needs.
History
Gidauniyar Alheri Community Health Centre (GACHC) began its journey in June 2010, with the initial goal of providing vital primary healthcare to twelve traditional wards in Gwale and Dala Local Governments. Our dedication to the community quickly saw us expand our reach, benefiting countless individuals beyond our initial scope.
Our facility has seen significant milestones:
- 2010: The Centre was first commissioned by the then Kano State Governor, Ibrahim Shekarau.
- 2020: The Centre underwent a critical multi-million-naira renovation sponsored by Dr. Shamsuddeen Usman. This vital intervention saved our facility from demolition due to severe structural issues and settlement problems.
- 2021: Following the extensive renovation, the Kano State Government and Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) chose GACHC to operate as a free Maternal and Child Healthcare Centre. This pivotal partnership greatly enhanced our capacity and reach.
- Ongoing Expansion: We are proud to announce another expansion phase sponsored by Dr. Shamsuddeen Usman. This phase will upgrade our facility to offer secondary healthcare services, including Caesarean Sections (CS), advanced surgeries, and more comprehensive laboratory tests. This expansion awaits its official commissioning.
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ‘s intervention in 2021 significantly bolstered our operations, with MSF deploying approximately 50 staff members to various units to ensure successful service delivery. Even after MSF’s formal exit, GACHC has retained about 30 of these dedicated individuals as volunteer staff, providing them with monthly allowances since January 2025, demonstrating our commitment to maintaining high standards of care.
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