Mutfwang Revamps Plateau Healthcare with N2bn Modern Medical Equipment
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Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State |
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has officially launched a cutting-edge diagnostic laboratory, along with a new pediatric ward and a modern administrative block at the Plateau State Specialist Hospital in Jos.
According to Arewa PUNCH, the newly commissioned facility is equipped with advanced medical technologies worth over ₦2 billion and includes a sophisticated Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
Speaking during the Democracy Day event, the hospital’s Chief Medical Director, Professor Christopher Yilgwan, praised Governor Mutfwang for initiating transformative changes within just two years in office.
“Governor Mutfwang is laying a new foundation for the future of healthcare in Plateau State. Today’s commissioning is not just about the structure but also the world-class medical equipment that accompanies it,” Yilgwan stated.
He emphasized that the upgraded facilities—including the pediatric unit and diagnostic center—will help deliver precise and timely healthcare services, significantly reducing the need for patients to seek medical attention outside the state.
Yilgwan also credited the governor with reviving previously abandoned hospital projects and propelling the institution toward global healthcare standards, especially through the implementation of digital EMR systems.
“These developments position us to serve not only Plateau but the entire West African region,” he added, expressing hopes of the hospital becoming a top-tier medical destination in the sub-region.
Governor Mutfwang, while inaugurating the new infrastructure, reaffirmed his commitment to raising Plateau’s healthcare system to both national and international benchmarks.
“This lab complex is a critical step in delivering better health services in Plateau and beyond,” the governor said.
Commissioner for Health, Dr. Nicholas Ba’amlong, lauded the initiative as “nothing short of miraculous,” praising Mutfwang’s leadership in revitalizing the health sector.
With these state-of-the-art upgrades, Plateau State aims to emerge as a premier medical tourism destination, serving both local and international patients.
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