“Our Goal Is to Make Quality Healthcare Accessible to Every Ekiti Resident” — Oyebanji.

“Our Goal Is to Make Quality Healthcare Accessible to Every Ekiti Resident” — Oyebanji.
…Upgrades Ijan-Ekiti General Hospital to Boost Healthcare Delivery.
By Olamide Akinwumi

The administration of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that quality healthcare is within reach of all Ekiti State residents, regardless of their location.

As part of efforts to strengthen the healthcare system, the government has completed the upgrade of the General Hospital, Ijan Ekiti, equipping it with modern medical facilities and tools to enhance service delivery.

The newly upgraded hospital now boasts an impressive array of state-of-the-art equipment, including:
📌 General Ultrasound 3 probes

📌 Foetal Monitor CTG Machine

📌 Defibrillator AED

📌 Anesthesia machine

📌 IV Pole

📌 Suction Pump

📌 Diathermy 300watts

📌 Nebuliser

📌 Laryngoscope

📌 Bench top centrifuge

📌 Blood Count Analyzer

📌 Electrolyte Analyzer

📌 Hormone Analyzer POC

📌 Semi Auto Chemistry Analyzer

📌 Patient Monitor on trolley (for vital signs)

📌 Examination light halogen on castors

📌 Phototherapy

📌 24 Hours Solar Powered Light etc.

According to the state government, the upgrade of the hospital has brought numerous benefits to the host community and its environs.

Among these benefits are:

Improved Healthcare Delivery: With this modern equipment, healthcare professionals in the hospital now provide more accurate diagnoses and effective treatment, which has led to better health outcomes.

Increased Access to Healthcare: Residents of Ijan, Iluomoba, Aisegba, and surrounding areas now access quality healthcare facilities without having to travel to Ado Ekiti, the state capital.

Reduced Mortality Rate: Timely access to medical care has significantly reduced mortality rates, especially in emergency situations.

Enhanced Patient Experience: The upgraded hospital has provided a more comfortable and safe environment for patients, leading to faster recovery rates and improved patient satisfaction.

Increased Confidence in Healthcare System: The upgrade demonstrates the government's commitment to healthcare, instilling confidence in the healthcare system and encouraging people to seek medical care when needed.

The state government noted that this initiative is a significant step towards achieving Governor Oyebanji’s vision of providing quality healthcare to all Ekiti residents.

It described the development as a testament to the administration’s unwavering commitment to improving the lives of the people and building a healthier, more prosperous Ekiti community.