In a boost to its healthcare sector, the Kaduna State Government has recruited 1,800 new health personnel as part of a sustained effort to enhance the quality and accessibility of primary healthcare services across the state.
The Executive Secretary of the State Primary Healthcare Board, Bello Yusuf-Jamo, announced this during the official presentation of probationary appointment letters to the newly recruited staff on Monday in Kaduna.
Mr. Yusuf-Jamo explained that the recruitment followed a rigorous and transparent process, which included both oral and written examinations, as well as thorough screening exercises.
“The board adhered strictly to transparency, diligence, competence, merit, and experience throughout the recruitment process,” he stated, adding that thorough checks were necessary to uphold credibility. He emphasized that the exercise was conducted fairly to ensure no qualified candidate was denied an opportunity.
Mr. Yusuf-Jamo noted that the recruitment drive complements the state government’s broader efforts to revitalize healthcare infrastructure, with over 70% of the state’s 1,119 primary healthcare facilities already receiving improved tools and upgrades.
To ensure balanced development, the recruitment slots were evenly distributed across Kaduna’s three senatorial districts, with all 23 local government areas receiving a fair share of the new appointments.
The Executive Secretary also revealed that plans are underway for a second phase, with another 1,800 health workers set to be recruited soon. He emphasized that the annual recruitment exercise will continue until the manpower deficit in the primary healthcare sector is adequately addressed.
While congratulating the new health workers, Mr. Yusuf-Jamo urged them to demonstrate commitment, diligence, and dedication in their duties, reminding them of their critical role in improving healthcare outcomes for the people of Kaduna State.
