03/07/2026
Lighting the Way to Safer Motherhood in Sokoto State No mother should have to bring life into the world in darkness.
Across Sokoto State, thousands of women rely on primary healthcare facilities for safe delivery services. Yet, for many of these facilities, unreliable electricity remains a critical challenge putting mothers, newborns, and frontline health workers at unnecessary risk.
In sokoto, a new chapter begins…..
Hikima Community Mobilization and Development Initiative (HCOMDI), in partnership with We Care Solar, proudly flagged off the distribution of 500 Solar Suitcases to labour rooms across all 23 Local Government Areas of Sokoto State a bold investment in safer childbirth, stronger health systems, and healthier communities.
The flag-off ceremony took place at PHC Alkammawa and PHC Rumbukawa, where the Ward Councilor warmly received the Solar Suitcases and commended the initiative as a timely and impactful intervention that will strengthen maternal and newborn healthcare services.
One Solar Suitcase. One Safe Delivery. One Mother Protected. One Newborn Given a Brighter Start, This is more than the installation of solar-powered lighting……
It is about ensuring that every delivery can be conducted safely, regardless of the time of day or the availability of electricity. It is about empowering healthcare workers with the tools they need to save lives. It is about giving mothers confidence that quality care will be available when they need it most.
From bustling urban communities to the remote and security-challenged Local Government Areas of Isa, Sabon Birni, and beyond, this initiative is leaving no community behind. Every Solar Suitcase delivered represents renewed hope for families, improved working conditions for healthcare providers, and a stronger, more resilient primary healthcare system.
As we complement the dedicated efforts of the Sokoto State Government and our health sector partners, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that every mother has access to safe, dignified, and quality maternal healthcare.
Because behind every illuminated labour room is the promise of a healthier beginning, a safer delivery, and another life given the opportunity to thrive.
Together, we are not just bringing light to health facilities we are bringing hope to mothers, strength to healthcare workers, and a brighter future to communities across Sokoto State.
