Posted by Amarachi on Fri 24th May, 2024 - tori.ng
The move was to address the pressing issues raised by the healthcare workers.
Gov Seyi Makinde
Gov Seyi Makinde of Oyo State approved the immediate recruitment of doctors, nurses, consultants and other healthcare professionals in the state on Thursday.
The Chairman, Hospitals Management Board, Akin Fagbemi, in a statement issued after meeting with the leadership of the National Association Of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives in Ibadan, the state capital, said the move was to address the pressing issues raised by the healthcare workers.
Fagbemi said, “The governor has approved the immediate recruitment of consultants, doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
“The significance of the governor’s decision to recruit additional healthcare professionals as it directly addresses the shortage of staff in hospitals and healthcare centres across the state.
“We praise him for promoting transparency and accountability within the health sector, which aligns with the core values essential for providing quality healthcare services.”