RSUTH AND THE RIVCHPP EXPLORE COLLABORATION FOR IMPROVED HEALTHCARE IN RIVERS STATE

In a significant move towards enhancing healthcare delivery, Dr. Vetty Agala, Acting Executive Secretary of the Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP), visited the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) on Wednesday October 9th, 2024. Her meeting with Chief Medical Director, Prof. Chizindu A. Alikor, aimed to explore potential collaborations that align with the vision of His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara GSSRS, for providing quality and affordable healthcare to the people of Rivers State.

Prof. Alikor welcomed Dr. Agala and emphassized the importance of this partnership in promoting accessible health services. Prof. Alikor thanked the Governor’s elaborate healthcare benefit packages being developed by RIVCHPP, stating that these packages will not only address primary and secondary care needs but also promote preventive health measures, enhancing the overall well-being of Rivers People. He highlighted that the commitment from the state government, articulated through the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Adaeze Oreh, underscores the need for an integrated approach to healthcare.

Dr. Agala expressed her eagerness to identify how RSUTH and RIVCHPP can work together to combine their strengths and implement effective strategies that will drive the agenda of RIVCHPP. She stressed that this collaboration aims to create a sustainable health system that prioritizes the welfare of citizens and fosters a healthier future for all. As part of the state government’s strategic initiatives, various healthcare benefit packages have been approved to support both primary and secondary level care.

This partnership is expected to significantly contribute to the vision of a healthier Rivers State, ensuring that healthcare services for beneficiaries are funded from a common pool of resources. Both leaders are optimistic that their collaboration will pave the way for innovative solutions in the healthcare sector, benefiting countless residents of Rivers State.