Adeleke lauded for enhancing primary healthcare delivery in Osun


....... urges the community to take the ownership of health facilities and ensure proper maintenance

By Segilola Babalola
The Executive Secretary of the Osun State Primary Health Care Development Board (PHCDB), Dr. Shina Igbalaye, has commended Governor Ademola Adeleke for creating an enabling environment that supports quality healthcare delivery across the state.

Dr. Igbalaye gave the commendation during a Citizens’ Town Hall Meeting on strengthening primary healthcare services in Osun State. The programme was organised by the Osun State Primary Health Care Development Board in collaboration with the National Primary Health Care Development Agency.

The event, held at GMT Hall, brought together nursing mothers, pregnant women, caregivers, market women, religious and community leaders, traditional rulers, and health experts to deliberate on improving healthcare facilities and service delivery across the state.
Represented by the Director of Health Planning and Research, Dr. Lukuman Adeleke, the Executive Secretary noted that all focal primary healthcare centres across the state had been renovated, equipped with pipe-borne water, solar power, and other essential amenities to enhance service delivery. He urged residents to take ownership of the facilities and ensure their proper maintenance.

Also speaking, the Citizens’ Engagement Consultant for the Centre for Communication and Social Impact, Dr. Oluwatoyin Afachung, highlighted the vital roles of community stakeholders in advancing primary healthcare. She stressed the importance of community ownership through peer mobilisation, support for local initiatives, and the building of long-term trust.
Dr. Afachung further called for improved communication and awareness, encouraging stakeholders to utilise community meetings, religious gatherings, and social networks to dispel myths and promote positive health practices.

The event featured the presentation of awards to individuals who have made significant contributions to primary healthcare development in the state.

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