The Plateau State Specialist Hospital, Jos, has joined Nigerians in celebrating the country’s 66th Independence Anniversary, while highlighting recent improvements in healthcare infrastructure and service delivery at the facility.
The Chief Medical Director of the hospital, Prof. Christopher Sabo Yillgwan, in a goodwill message on behalf of the management and staff, congratulated the people of Plateau State and Nigeria on the anniversary.
The hospital also extended its greetings to Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, his Deputy, Ngo Josephine Piyo, Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Daniel Naanlong, members of the State Executive Council, the Plateau State Council of Chiefs and Emirs, elected representatives at the state and federal levels, and other stakeholders.
According to the statement, the 66th Independence Anniversary provides an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices and achievements of Nigerians since independence.
The hospital said it has recorded significant developments under the current administration, particularly in infrastructure, diagnostic services, paediatric care and digital healthcare.
It listed the development and upgrading of critical infrastructure, enhancement of diagnostic capacity, improvement of paediatric services, introduction of Electronic Medical Records, provision of alternative power supply, and strengthening of specialist manpower and training among the key developments.
The hospital described the improvements as investments in the health and wellbeing of Plateau residents, saying they have strengthened the capacity of healthcare professionals to provide timely, efficient, compassionate and specialised care.
The management also commended Governor Mutfwang’s administration for what it described as its commitment to improving healthcare delivery in the state.
It prayed for continued wisdom for the governor and his administration as they pursue development and prosperity for the people of Plateau State.
The Plateau State Specialist Hospital management wished Nigerians and Plateau citizens a peaceful 66th Independence celebration and expressed hope for continued progress and good governance.
“God Bless Plateau State. God Bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria!” the statement concluded.
Signed:
Hadiza Dabit, ANIPR
Assistant Public Relations Officer
For: Management, Plateau State Specialist Hospital, Jos.
