The Association of Civil Society in Malaria Control Immunization and Nutrition (ACOMIN) convened a media review meeting at the Kwara State Ministry of Health to present progress made in the ongoing Global Fund-supported Community-Led Monitoring (CLM) project. The meeting focused on assessing achievements, identifying gaps, and encouraging stronger collaboration between government, communities, and stakeholders.

The CLM project which covers nine local government areas across Kwara State has been implemented for the past six years, supporting HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria interventions. With the Global Fund’s Grant Cycle 8 ending, ACOMIN emphasized the importance of highlighting results achieved so far and advocating for sustained investment as preparations begin for Grant Cycle 9.

SUCCESS STORIES FROM THE COMMUNITY

Despite the challenges, ACOMIN shared several remarkable achievements made possible through community advocacy and partnerships.

One key testimony came from Issa Muritala Adisa, President of Pakata Community Development Association (Ubandawaki Ward, Ilorin West LGA). He narrated how their health facility was previously abandoned due to poor structure and low patronage. After ACOMIN’s intervention and revitalization efforts, the facility became functional again and recently recorded a successful childbirth, a milestone that was impossible before.

This aligns with broader successes captured in the CLM implementation reports, such as:

•Renovation of facilities through community contributions.

•Repair of water systems, roofs, windows, doors, and toilets.

•Provision of security personnel.

•Donations of equipment like stethoscopes, mattresses, shelves, and chemicals.

•Increased patronage due to advocacy, including sponsored radio jingles.

These actions have strengthened service delivery in HIV, TB, and malaria management across Kwara State.