The Niger State Government has pledged to overhaul its primary and tertiary healthcare systems in a bid to curb the ongoing exodus of medical professionals and enhance healthcare services for its citizens.
In a statement issued by Abdulbaqy Usman Ebbo, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Digital Media and Strategy, the government emphasized its commitment to prioritizing the healthcare sector to ensure improved service delivery across the state.
As part of this initiative, the state government has begun the renovation of the General Hospital in Minna, a facility that had been in a state of disrepair for several years. The renovation is intended to create a more conducive working environment, encouraging medical professionals to remain in the state and contribute to the advancement of healthcare.
“The doctors’ quarters at the General Hospital Minna have been completely transformed, making them habitable and conducive for doctors working in the hospital,” Ebbo explained. “This is just one of the measures being taken to address the medical brain drain in the state.”
Additionally, the statement highlighted the ongoing remodeling of the state-owned IBB Specialist Hospital, where new departments are being established and cutting-edge facilities installed to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
In further efforts to revitalize the healthcare sector, the state government has also initiated the construction of 100 Level-2 primary healthcare centers, with approximately 20 expected to be completed within the next 10 weeks.
“This commitment reflects the administration’s dedication to addressing the healthcare needs of the people by making the health sector a top priority,” Ebbo added.
