From Chukwudi Chidiebere, Port Harcourt
The Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has said that the State has achieved enormous success in reducing the rate of malaria infection and HIV/AIDS among the people because of the robust partnership it has with the World Health Organization (WHO).
Governor Wike announced the success rate of the partnership when he hosted a delegation from the World Health Organisation (WHO) at Government House, Port Harcourt over the weekend.
The governor noted that the issuance of polo free status certificate of clearance to Nigeria was made possible because of the partnership with WHO.
“If you did not work hard with us, probably it would not have been possible. Our ideas and your partnership made it very easy for us to get to the level we are.
“The relationship between the State Government and WHO is an interesting and rewarding one. That was why when you asked for accommodation, we did not hesitate in providing you a befitting and furnished office and also to other agencies.
“We believe that partnering with you will go a long away in improving our healthcare system. When medical workers go on strike I asked to know why the strike and solve the problem.
“I can also tell you of the cooperation and support we get from the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA). Working together with them, we believe we will continue to correct the challenges.”
