A civil society organisation, Rivers Good Governance Forum (RGGF), has hailed Governor Similanayi Fubara for approving new contracts for the completion of four zonal hospitals across the State. The Rivers State Executive Council deliberated and approved N26,350,310,714.88 for the completion and renovation of Bonny General Hospital, the upgrade of Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Rumuigbo, and the construction of a new General Hospital at Rumuigbo in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area.
The zonal hospitals are located in Ahoada Town in Ahoada Local Government, Degema Town in Degema Local Government, Omoku Town in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government, and Bori Town in Khana Local Government Area. The State Government decided to complete the construction of these zonal hospitals to strengthen secondary-level healthcare service delivery to the people of Rivers State.
In a statement, Comrade E. Njesi of RGGF commended the governor, noting that he has demonstrated his commitment to delivering good governance to the people of Rivers State. “Governor Fubara, in one year, has proven that he cares about Rivers people and is ensuring that their yearnings are met through good governance. The new contracts he awarded for the completion and renovation of these hospitals are commendable,” the statement read.
In Nigeria, access to quality healthcare is extremely important due to the high population density and the increasing health challenges facing the population. Health services play a crucial role in improving the quality of life and reducing mortality rates, especially among children and mothers. The group highlighted the significance of Governor Fubara’s actions, emphasizing the need for innovative and driven primary healthcare systems that prioritize quality in service delivery.
“Health infrastructure remains a frontline problem in Nigeria. It is both qualitative and quantitative, determining the quality of healthcare and accessibility to healthcare delivery within the country. Our primary healthcare system needs to be innovative and driven, in such a manner that it emphasizes quality in service delivery,” the RGGF added.
The commendation from RGGF underscores the importance of Governor Fubara’s initiatives in improving healthcare infrastructure and service delivery in Rivers State. The completion and renovation of these hospitals will not only enhance healthcare services but also contribute to the overall well-being of the state’s residents.
