By Staff Reporter

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has commended the resilience, dedication and sacrifices of healthcare workers across the state, describing them as indispensable partners in his administration’s drive to build a healthier and more prosperous Edo State.

The governor gave the commendation during the seventh anniversary celebration of the Edo Specialist Hospital (ESH), where he also congratulated the hospital’s management, staff and development partners for their professionalism, commitment and sustained excellence in healthcare delivery over the past seven years.

Represented by his Chief of Staff, Hon. Yakubu Oshiorenua Musa, Governor Okpebholo reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening the state’s healthcare system through sustained support for institutions that provide quality, accessible and affordable healthcare services.

He lauded the Edo Specialist Hospital for its unwavering commitment to quality service, noting that the institution has distinguished itself through excellence in patient care, innovation and professionalism.

According to the governor, “Our administration remains committed to strengthening the health sector by supporting institutions that continue to improve access to quality and affordable healthcare for residents across Edo State.

“The achievements recorded by Edo Specialist Hospital over the past seven years demonstrate what can be accomplished through dedication, visionary leadership and an unwavering commitment to putting patients first.

“I commend the resilience and sacrifices of our healthcare workers. They remain critical partners in our government’s determination to build a healthier and more prosperous Edo State.”

In her remarks, the Chief Medical Director of Edo Specialist Hospital, Dr. Mrs. Anthonia Inibokun Njoku, expressed appreciation to the Edo State Government, members of staff, patients and development partners for their unwavering support throughout the hospital’s seven-year journey.

She noted that the hospital has continued to expand its range of specialist services while maintaining high standards of clinical excellence, compassion, innovation and integrity.

Dr. Njoku assured the public that the hospital’s management would remain committed to delivering world-class healthcare services to the people of Edo State and beyond.

The anniversary celebration featured goodwill messages and reflections on the hospital’s achievements since its establishment in 2019, with stakeholders applauding its growing impact on specialist healthcare delivery across the state.

The event brought together healthcare professionals, government officials, development partners and other invited guests to celebrate seven years of outstanding service and contributions to healthcare delivery.

The celebration concluded with renewed optimism and a shared commitment by the Edo State Government, the hospital’s management, development partners and healthcare stakeholders to continue raising the standard of specialist healthcare for the benefit of the people of Edo State.