By Timothy Nwachukwu
The Exceptional and Visionary APC Chieftain and frontline Edo State Gubernatorial Aspirant, Amb. Dr. Odion OKPHEBOLO has vowed to revamp moribund infrastructures in Edo State, Revamp the educational sector and reposition the health institutions on his emergence as the Executive Governor of Edo State.
Speaking to newsmen in his country home, Dr. OKphebolo stated that his government when elected will adopt a multi-pronged approach in
revitalizing Edo State’s education and health sectors.
He stated that his government will expand access to early childhood education programs, particularly in rural areas, invest in technical and vocational training institutions to equip youth with job-ready skills and provide quality training for teachers, attract qualified professionals, and improve salaries and working conditions. Invest in school buildings, sanitation facilities, and learning materials.
He maintained that he will address funding shortfalls, improve research facilities, and strengthen links between academia and industry while ensuring that curriculums reflects current needs and skills, with emphasis on STEM education, entrepreneurship, and critical thinking.
He assured the good people of Edo State that when elected, his government will
strengthen primary healthcare clinics,prioritize services for pregnant women, newborns, and young children, ensure adequate staffing, equipment, and medication at rural and urban clinics.
He emphasised that he will
upgrade existing hospitals and equip them with modern technology. Increase access to affordable health insurance, particularly for the most vulnerable populations, Attract and retain medical professionals, Offer competitive salaries, career development opportunities, and improved working conditions.
He vowed to Utilize technology to improve service delivery in education and healthcare, such as e-learning platforms, telemedicine, and data management systems as well as regularly monitoring to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, and adapt strategies as needed.
He called on the progressive members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and all progressive minds to support his ambition to emerge as the flag bearer of the party.
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