The Nigerian government has reiterated it commitment to improve the operational health system in the country. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare Dr. Tunji Alausa made the declaration during his official visit to the Executive Governor of Enugu State, Governor Peter Mbah, in Enugu, South East Nigeria.
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In a statement by Director information in the ministry, Patricia Deworitshe said the Minister emphasised the importance of health care delivery as one of the key pillars of the present administration for the benefit of citizens.
Dr. Alausa further explained that the federal government’s preparedness to support the Federal Medical Institutions in the state in terms of funding and human developmental capacity to yield a positive result.
The Minister solicited Governor Peter Mbah’s support to the Federal Government in its yearning to revitalise the Health Sector for the benefit of the general populace as a dividend of democracy.
In his response, Gov. Peter Mbah congratulated the minister of his well-deserved appointment, and he believes he will deliver successfully based on his pedigree and professional background.
The Gov. assured the Minister of the willingness and commitment of Enugu State to collaborate and foster in area of rebuilding the healthcare delivery system in Enugu State and provide comprehensive care to each citizenry.
In attendance were Hon. the commissioner of health in Enugu State, Prof. Ikechukwu Obi, Dr. David Atuwo Senior Technical Assistant to Hon. Minister, Dr. Ismail Adiatu Senior Special Assistant to Hon. Minister, Mr Lanre Lamina Special Assistant to Hon Minister and other Government functionaries.
