The Delta State Government has embarked on a major initiative to improve healthcare delivery in the state, beginning with the renovation of 150 health centres and two-bedroom staff units in the first phase out of a total of 441 centres across the state.
The Commissioner for Health, Dr Joseph Onojaeme, made this disclosure during a meeting with Health Fellows at his office in Asaba.
Dr Onojaeme emphasised that well-equipped primary health centres are key to addressing 80 per cent of the state’s health challenges.
The Health Commissioner commended the State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for his commitment to enhancing the health sector, describing him as a good listener and a detribalised Deltan.
He assured the Health Fellows of the Governor’s continued dedication to improving healthcare and highlighted the state’s support to local governments, noting that over 200 health workers have been deployed.
The Commissioner urged the Health Fellows to always report any challenges they encounter to the Ministry and promised to organise a meeting between the Fellows and Executive Secretaries from the 25 local government areas to bridge the gap between them.
Earlier, a Health Fellow from Warri South West, Benko Ani, who spoke on behalf of his colleagues, raised concerns about their exclusion from some government health activities and appealed for more training opportunities.
On his part, Obanyagbor David appreciated the Commissioner and the Delta State Government for the opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality healthcare delivery.
