The Executive Chairman of Odogbolu Local Government, Hon. (Dr.) Babatunde Oyetola Diya, has officially welcomed the newly employed Senior Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) into the local health workforce, charging them to embrace their duties with a spirit of selflessness and dedication.
Speaking during a brief reception held at the Local Government Secretariat, Dr. Diya described their employment as a vital boost to grassroots healthcare delivery. He noted that the welfare and well-being of the people remain a top priority for his administration. “Your role is crucial in the lives of our people, especially those in remote communities. I urge you to discharge your duties with compassion, diligence, and professionalism. Be selfless in service and make the health of our people your top concern,” he said.
Dr. Diya also reiterated his administration’s commitment to Strengthening Primary Healthcare delivery by revitalization through provision of new Healthcare centers, infrastructure upgrade, sustainable means of energy generation, promotion of private sector involvement to pull in Healthcare financing.
The newly employed CHEWs expressed their gratitude and pledged their readiness to serve the communities of Odogbolu with integrity and commitme