Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the recruitment of more than 700 medical and non-medical personnel to strengthen healthcare delivery across Delta State.

The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, disclosed this during a press briefing, explaining that the recruitment is aimed at improving staffing levels in critical health institutions across the state.

According to him, 295 personnel will be deployed to the Hospital Management Board, 120 to the Delta State University Teaching Hospital, 100 to the College of Health Technology, Ovrode, 60 to the Asaba Specialist Hospital, and 12 to the Warri Central Hospital.

Onojaeme noted that the move is part of the state government’s broader efforts to enhance healthcare services, reduce pressure on existing staff, and improve access to quality medical care for residents.

The commissioner also revealed that the state government has procured three 1.5 Tesla MRI machines, describing them as helium-free, cost-effective, and easier to maintain. He said the machines represent a major investment in modern medical technology and will significantly improve diagnostic capacity in the state’s health facilities.

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening the healthcare system and ensuring that residents have access to efficient and high-quality medical services.