Mr Kanu further revealed that data from functionalised Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) showed increased healthcare utilisation, particularly in outpatient visits and deliveries. Increased enrolment in the Abia health insurance schemeOn the Abia State Health Insurance Scheme, Mr Kanu noted that between 27 July and 7 August, enrolment increased from 233,000 to 237,000. “The ranking and recognition by Philips Consulting serves as independent validation of Abia’s impressive transformation journey so far in the health sector,” Mr Kanu noted. The health commissioner added that the system also enables health workers to track pregnant women approaching their expected delivery dates and arrange for them to be taken to health facilities when necessary. Mr Uche said the initiative was developed to address Abia’s peculiar maternal health challenges and is being adapted to suit the state’s needs.