Financing Maternal and Child Healthcare Service through Waqf in Kano, Nigeria

Abstract

Purpose: We examined the effects of factors influencing maternal
and child healthcare (MCH) service financing in Kano State through
waqf. To this end, the impact of donor attitude, subjective norm and
perceived behavioral control on intention to finance MCH through waqf
is examined.
Methodology: A descriptive survey was conducted, and crossectional
data was gathered from business communities of Kantin-Kwari, Singa
and Sabon Gari Markets within the Kano metropolis. Similarly, a
closed-ended questionnaires were administered to 500 business people.
Findings: By applying Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), it was
established that donor’s attitude, subjective norm, and perceived
behavioural control propelled donor’s intention towards financing MCH
through waqf.
Significance: The study is insightful as it emphasizes the contribution of
waqf in financing MCH service. It highlights how Waqf can unbundle
healthcare financial constraints, particularly in providing maternity and
children healthcare services.
Practical Implication: The study has practical implications in the sense
that it provides policymakers with the ethical based source of funding
MCH services which have the potential to reduce the government’s fiscal
burden. As well, it shows the key role entrepreneurs can play in providing
funds for a quality healthcare service.