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Gombe LG chairman to recruit 1,100 volunteers for PHC facilities

Mr Haruna said that the initiative also aimed to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates, which remain a major focus for the state government.

• January 19, 2025
Gombe MAP
Gombe MAP[CREDIT : PUNCH]

Chairman of Gombe Local Government Council and Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria in Gombe State, Sani Haruna, has announced plans to recruit 1,100 volunteers across the 11 LGAs of Gombe State.

This initiative aims to address the ongoing understaffing at Primary Health Care facilities and strengthen the healthcare system in the state.

Mr Haruna said on Saturday in Gombe that the initiative had received approval from Governor Inuwa Yahaya.

He stated, “The volunteer recruitment drive aims to ease the burden on health workers, particularly in rural areas, and to strengthen the state’s healthcare system. Each LGA will recruit 100 volunteers. These 100 volunteers will work with PHC facilities to provide crucial support, especially in reducing maternal mortality and improving the delivery of primary health services.’’

He further explained that the programme would have a direct impact on rural health centres, which have been struggling to operate effectively due to staff shortages.

According to Mr Haruna, the initiative also aims to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates, which remain a major focus for the state government.

Mr Haruna emphasised the need for community involvement in addressing public health challenges and revealed plans to conduct widespread sensitisation campaigns to dispel myths and misconceptions about newly introduced vaccines.

He added, “We will organise workshops for traditional institutions and religious leaders to equip them with the knowledge to educate their communities about vaccine safety and efficacy. We will collaborate with imams, pastors, and community leaders to ensure the public understands the benefits of vaccines and feels confident in their safety. This collaborative approach will help build trust and increase acceptance.’’

Additionally, the chairman highlighted the importance of exclusive breastfeeding as a vital strategy for improving child health outcomes.

He urged health workers and other stakeholders to intensify efforts in promoting this practice, emphasising that exclusive breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to ensure healthy growth and development in children.

 (NAN)

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