By Awhawha Awhawha
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori Wednesday, inaugurated a multi-billion naira set of cutting-edge medical equipment in a bold step to transform healthcare delivery across the state.
The newly acquired facilities include eight hemodialysis machines, 25 4D user-friendly ultrasound scanner, and two German-manufactured rugged CT scan machine.
These state-of-the-art devices are distributed across the three senatorial districts in the state, significantly boosting diagnostic and treatment capabilities at government-owned health institutions.
Speaking at the inauguration at the Central Hospital Warri, Governor Oborevwori said procurement of the medical facilities were to improve health care delivery in the state.
The Governor who invited the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, to inaugurate the medical equipment, said; “we have eight dialysis machines, three for central hospital Warri, two dialysis machine for Delta State University Teaching Hospital, Oghara and the other three for Asaba Specialist Hospital, Asaba.”
According to him, “today marks a significant milestone as we distribute 25 ultrasound scan machines, one for each of the local government areas in our state.
“Following this event, each local government area will take delivery of their assigned machine. While the symbolic gesture may be quiet, the impact will resonate across our communities.
“The State Government, through the Ministry of Health, will also begin comprehensive training for health workers in our primary health centers on the proper use of these machines.
“This initiative is aimed at significantly improving the quality of healthcare services, especially in reducing maternal and infant mortality and morbidity rates.
“Furthermore, we have procured theatre and orthopedic equipment for our central hospital, along with two new CT scan machines—one of which has already been installed. The second is currently awaiting installation. These investments reflect our unwavering commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure and outcomes.
“As the saying goes, ‘health is wealth’, and this administration is determined to ensure that both our hospitals and primary health centers are well-equipped to deliver quality, effective, and affordable healthcare to all Deltans.”
In his remarks, the State Commissioner for Health, Dr Joseph Onojaeme, praised Governor Oborevwori for his visionary leadership, describing the equipment rollout as a milestone in Delta’s healthcare journey.
“These include eight hemodialysis machines to be distributed across the three state districts, 25 4D user-friendly ultrasound scan, and a CT scan.
“After consulting with major health facilities in the state, it was noted that the Asaba Specialist Hospital and the Mother and Child Hospital in Warri already have functioning CT-Scans.
“In his wisdom, the Governor approved the purchase of two brand-new, rugged German CT scan to serve the remaining districts.”
The Commissioner also lauded Governor Oborevwori for the prompt payment of the Medical Residency Training Fund (MRTF) to all resident doctors in the state, an initiative recognized by the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) during their recent Ordinary General Meeting.
“Delta is now one of only three Nigerian states to have fully implemented the MRTF policy.
“In their communiqué, they acknowledged Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as one of the only three governors in Nigeria to approve the MRTF.
“We also commend His Excellency for his unwavering support and protection in efforts to sanitize the nursing profession.
“He has made it clear that admissions into nursing schools must be based on merit alone, without external influence.
“I encourage our leaders to emulate this standard if we are to truly build a strong and effective healthcare system.”
The event also spotlighted the Governor’s consistent support for medical professionals.
Governor Oborevwori, accompanied by the State Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor and top government officials, formally inaugurated the equipment amid applause and optimism for a healthier Delta.