Delta State says its investments in the healthcare sector are beginning to improve access to specialised medical services and reduce the need for residents to seek treatment outside the state.
The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, disclosed this at the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit 2026, where he highlighted ongoing efforts by the state government to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and improve medical outcomes.
Onojaeme said the deployment of Magnetic Resonance Imaging, MRI, machines to major hospitals across the state is expected to significantly improve diagnosis and treatment for patients requiring specialised medical services.
According to him, the machines have been allocated to Asaba Specialist Hospital, Central Hospital, Warri, and the Delta State University Teaching Hospital in Oghara.
The commissioner said the development would not only make advanced medical services more accessible but also help reduce the financial burden on residents who previously had to travel outside the state for specialised care.
He also reported improvements in maternal healthcare, saying maternal mortality in the state had dropped from about 120 to below 100 deaths per 100,000 live births.
Onojaeme, however, stressed the need for greater private-sector participation in the health sector, particularly in areas that can complement government-owned facilities.
He said increased investment in specialised healthcare services could create new opportunities, improve healthcare delivery and position Delta State as a destination for quality medical treatment.
The state government says it remains committed to attracting investors and strengthening healthcare infrastructure as part of its broader economic development agenda.
