Towards ensuring that the medical professionals have a pride of place that will enable them contribute meaningfully to the health sector, Ogun State government has promised to sustain support for the execution of viable projects and implementation of programmes for the wellness of the people.
Commissioner for Health Dr. Tomi Coker made this known at the ground breaking ceremony of the state branch of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) at Laderin Estate, Abeokuta.
Dr. Coker, who affirmed the contributions of the Association to the achievements recorded by the present administration in strengthening the health system, said government would ensure that similar project occurs in all the three Senatorial Districts of the state.
Earlier, the Chairman, Nigeria Medical Association, Dr. Ashmi, who appreciated the state government’s commitment to the welfare of healthcare professionals, applauded efforts in creating an enabling environment for medical practitioners to thrive, soliciting for good road network and transformer to the estate for rapid development in the area.
The symbolic laying foundation was earlier done by the trio of the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi, Dr. Coker and Dr. Ashmi.