The Freelance Journalists Federation (FJF) has commended the administration of Governor Hyacinth Alia over the ongoing reforms in the health sector.
In a statement released on Friday in Abuja and signed by Comrade Philip Odo, the group noted the positive feedback from the public recorded on the hospital services during the short time on the saddle of the current management led by Dr Steven Hwande who has demonstrated unparalleled commitment to transform the state Teaching Hospital (BSUTH)to a world class standard in line with the vision of the governor.
“Comrade Odo further stated that, from improved staff welfare to efficient service delivery and habitable infrastructure, Dr Hwande alongside with his management team has demonstrated immense capacity for transformational and innovative goals ” under his leadership, the Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH) original vision is implemented to serve the people of the state and beyond”
The group also noted all round the infrastructural development within the hospital despite tough economic realities which is aimed at providing the needed environment that is ideal for a standard hospital globally. “And this is the minimum acceptable standards all over the world.
“Of much value is also the partnership with international health organizations that has led to the establishment of world class cancer and diagnosis center, a world class pharmacy that would transform the hospital into a one -stop facility for effective and efficient service delivery to Benue people and Nigerians” More importantly, the administration of His Excellency Fr Dr Hyacinth Alia has stood by the Dr Hwande led management of the hospital to fulfill it’s promises to the people The group unanimously passed a vote of confidence on the administration of Governor Hycinth Alia and pledged partnership with the BSUTH to promote it’s activities going forward beyond the state so as to attract health tourism back to the state. The Federation pledged sustained partnership with the hospital management to consolidate on the gains so far recorded.