The Plateau State Government has affirmed its commitment to strengthen the capacity of its healthcare system to ensure effective service delivery to the residents of the state.
The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cletus Bako, reiterated this pledge during a visit to the Kanke and Langtang cottage hospitals, which have been upgraded to general hospitals.
Bako emphasized that Governor Caleb Mutfwang is dedicated to enhancing the service delivery capabilities of primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare facilities in the state. This initiative aims to address the health needs of the populace and promote medical tourism.
The state has already embarked on initiatives such as providing modern healthcare equipment, recruiting and incentivizing qualified healthcare personnel, and creating a conducive environment for the healthcare system to flourish.
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The commissioner urged healthcare workers at the upgraded hospitals to discharge their duties diligently to adequately meet the healthcare needs of the populace.
In his address, the Chairman of Kanke Local Government, Mr. Shikir Caleb, commended the state government for prioritizing the healthcare needs of the residents. He assured the commissioner of the local government’s unwavering support in ensuring the effective operation of the general hospital in Kanke for the benefit of the citizens.
Similarly, Chairman of Langtang South Local Government, Manji Ponja, expressed gratitude to the government for enabling the hospital to commence full operations, pledging support for its continued success.
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