Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has approved the recruitment of 424 healthcare professionals to strengthen the state’s health sector.
The new recruitment includes 205 nurses and midwives who recently graduated from the Shehu Sule College of Nursing and Midwifery, a state-owned institution.
According to a statement issued by the Governor’s Director of General Media, Mamman Mohammed, 219 health technicians specialising in various fields have also been appointed to address the diverse needs of health facilities across Yobe State.
These healthcare workers will be strategically deployed to urban and rural areas to ensure efficient and accessible healthcare services for all residents.
Governor Buni emphasized that this initiative reflects his administration’s commitment to providing affordable and accessible healthcare.
He urged the newly recruited professionals to show dedication and professionalism in their roles, highlighting the government’s trust and significant investment in their training and employment.
The Governor also reiterated his administration’s focus on healthcare, pledging ongoing efforts to equip hospitals with essential infrastructure, medical supplies, and skilled personnel to foster sustained improvements in healthcare delivery across the state.