Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the immediate commencement of promotions for all staff members at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH).
Fubara announced this in Port Harcourt, while speaking during a meeting with members of the newly inaugurated RSUTH board.
The governor said the action was
geared towards uplifting spirits and acknowledging the commitment of healthcare personnel.
He charged the RSUTH board to swiftly initiate the promotion exercise for the hospital’s workforce.
Fubara reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritising the well-being of healthcare workers and bolstering the healthcare infrastructure in the state.
Addressing RSUTH staff after the governor’s meeting with the board, chief medical director of the hospital, Professor Chizindu Alikor, commended Fubara for the approval for staff promotions.
Alikor stated that the governor’s gesture underscored his dedication to enhancing the welfare of healthcare professionals and ensuring the delivery of quality healthcare services to the people of the state.
He expressed appreciation to the commissioner for health, Dr. Adaeze Oreh, for providing exemplary leadership and continuous support to enable RSUTH provide quality healthcare services in the state.