The Hon. Minister of State Dr. Tunji Alausa has reiterated the federal government’s commitment to improve the operational health system in the country.
The Minister of State made the declaration during his official visit to the Executive Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency Governor Peter Mbah, in Enugu Government’s house yesterday.
Hon. 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 explained the federal government’s preparedness / readiness to support the Federal Medical Institutions in the state in terms of funding and human developmental capacity to yield a positive result. This was contained in a statement signed by Patricia Deworitshe, Director, Information.
Hon. Minister later 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 & professional background.
The Gov. assured the Hon. 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.
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