Influence of Health Management Information System in the Performance Primary Healthcare Services in Niger State

Abstract

The present study was conducted to assess the HMIS in the Performance of PHC Services of Niger state, Nigeria, with focus on influence of HMIS and level of PHC service performance in Niger state. Two research questions and null hypotheses were constructed to guide the investigation. The descriptive survey design that is cross-sectional was used for the study. Proportionate stratified random sampling technique was used to select 363 participants from 212 PHCFs across three LGA’s of GPZs in Niger State. The instrument for data collection was an adapted structured questionnaire used in similar research.  The tool consists of 18-items with sub-variables ranging from 3 to 5, structured on five-point Likert rating format classified into five sub-scales. The reliability of the instrument was determined using Cronbach alpha technique yielded .95. The data collected was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The research results reveal a strong and positive non-significant relationship between HMIS and Performance of PHC service in Niger State. Consequently, the researcher proffers recommendations on a need to strengthen HMIS strategies, using model devices with comparative benchmark using global indicators. It’s the application of these theoretical concepts that will help to promote performance of PHC services of modern era.