Oyo trains health officers in childhood illness management

Oyo State is enhancing its child healthcare services through a comprehensive training program for health officers across all 33 local government areas. The initiative focuses on the Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI), a strategy designed to improve healthcare outcomes for children under five.

“

This training is not just another routine programme; it is a deliberate investment in the future of our children and the health system of the state. We expect every participant to return to their duty posts better equipped to identify, manage and refer childhood illnesses appropriately in line with global best practices.

Muideen Olatunji, the Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Primary Health Care Board, described the training as a "deliberate investment in the future of our children and the health system of the state." He stressed that the IMCI strategy is one of the most effective global approaches for tackling major causes of child mortality and ensuring overall child survival. Participants are expected to gain the skills to identify, manage, and refer childhood illnesses appropriately, adhering to global best practices.

“

The administration of Oyo State Governor, Oluseyi Makinde remains committed to strengthening the primary healthcare system through regular capacity building, provision of medical infrastructure and improved healthcare policies that directly impact the wellbeing of mothers and children.

The state government, under Governor Oluseyi Makinde, reiterated its commitment to strengthening the primary healthcare system. This includes regular capacity building, providing medical infrastructure, and implementing improved healthcare policies that directly benefit mothers and children. The training, which combined theoretical learning with practical demonstrations, was commended by facilitators for prioritizing child health and continuous professional development for healthcare workers.

“

The State Government recognizes the importance of skilled healthcare workers in achieving sustainable healthcare delivery at the community level. ‘The success of child survival programmes depends largely on the competence, dedication and responsiveness of operational health officers who serve as the bridge between healthcare policies and community implementation.’