Delta State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme , confirms withdrawal of the query letter issued to the College of Nursing Student Agbor over her trending video involving the First Lady’s visit to the state.
The Commissioner assured that no student would be victimized over the incident.
National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) in an advocacy visit led by Dr. Temitope Ilori, Director General of the Agency
The Delta State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, today in his Office received members of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) in an advocacy visit led by Dr. Temitope Ilori, Director General of the Agency.
The essence of the visit was to familiarize the Agency with the State Commissioner for Health in a bid to create awareness to reduce the spread of HIV / AIDS in Delta State.
Present at the visit are, Dr. (Mrs.) Philomena Okeowo, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Dr. Omovigho Agbele Omovigho Goodluck , Technical Advisor to the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Rudolf Hobson, Head of State Agency for the Control of AIDS among others.
2025 APNM Retreat and 9th Public Lecture … Dr. Joseph Onojaeme receives an award of “Distinguished Professional” of the year
The Delta State Health Commissioner Dr Joseph Onojaeme was on Thursday 20th day of March 2025, bestowed upon with an award of “Distinguished Professional” of the Year by the Association of Professional Bodies of Nigeria (APBN) Delta State Chapter, 2025 Retreat and 9th Public Lecture and awards ceremony held at Orchid Hotel, DBS Road, Asaba, Delta State.
The Permanent Secretary, Delta State Ministry of Health, Dr. (Mrs). Philomena Okeowo who spoke while receiving the award christened “Distinguished Professional” of the year on behalf of the Commissioner at an impressive event held at Orchid Hotel, DBS Road, Asaba, attributed on the Theme: The Role of Professional Bodies In The Successful Implementation of the Delta State Government MORE Agenda. Noting that Health professional bodies play a crucial role in governance by ensuring standards, advocating for the profession, and monitoring the performance of healthcare professionals, ultimately contributing to a safe and effective healthcare system, which will be a driving force to working in line with the MORE Agenda of His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori .
The 2025 Retreat, 9th Public Lecture and awards ceremony which was held in Asaba, Delta State, has in attendance the Chairman, Nigeria Medical Association, Delta State Branch, Dr. Israel Adaigho, who led leaders and members of DTNMA to the retreat of the Association of Professional Bodies of Nigeria (APBN) Delta State chapter.
The event was greatly witnessed by health professionals, members and workers from the health ministry within the state and across the nation.
College of Health Technology Ovrode: DTHA Conducts Oversight Visit, Commends Governor Oborevwori
The Delta State Government has been commended for embarking on projects that will benefit Deltans such as the ongoing construction of the College of Health Technology, Ovrode.
The Chairman, Committee on Health, Delta State House of Assembly. Hon. Ferguson Onwo gave the commendation today during the Committee’s oversight visit of the construction of the new College of Health Technology, Ovrode in Isoko North Local Government Area.
He said his Committee decided to undertake the oversight visit to assess the progress of the ongoing construction of the new College of Health Technology, Ovrode.“This visit underscores the State Government‘s commitment to enhancing health care education and ensuring that infrastructure projects align with quality standard and timelines” the Chairman stated.
Dr. Joseph Onojaeme ,State Commissioner for Health stated that the health Institution will play a vital role in training semi-skilled health professionals hence the visit to ensure the construction meets the highest standard.“Grandaunts of the College of Health Technology, Ovrode will fill the workforce of the human resource for health in the 441 primary healthcare facilities across the State the Commissioner stated.
He commended the cordial relationship and existing synergy geared at development between the Executive and the Legislature in the State which he said is a plus to the State. He further stated that when completed, the College will enhance healthcare education, create job opportunities and also contribute to improved health services in the State.
Present at the visit were; Majority Whip, Hon. (Barr.) Bernard Odior, Member Representing, Isoko North, State Constituency in DTHA, Chief Whip, Hon. Festus Otuama, Member Representing, Ughelli South State Constituency in DTHA, and the Vice President, Isoko Development Union, Chief Daniel Odhomo.
DTSG Talks Tough, Vows to Punish Nursing Students Involved In Acts of Examination Malpractice
(Reuben Otiede – Media Aid to the Hon Commissioner for Health Delta State) – 8th March, 2025
As part of efforts to build a health sector of excellence, the Delta State Ministry of Health has called on students, parents, educators, and all stakeholders to reject examination malpractice and embrace hard work, integrity, and merit-based success.
The Delta State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme made the call today when addressing students of the State Colleges of Nursing Sciences, Agbor, and Asaba, respectively, over the forth coming Preliminary Training Studies (PTS) examination.
The Delta State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, who was represented by his Special Assistant Dr. Agbele Omovigho Goodluck said everyone must come together to safeguard the future of nursing education and also ensure that only qualified students enter the nursing professions since it concerns saving lives.
“We have received reports of fraudulent individuals and groups deceiving candidates with false promises of securing examination success in exchange for money. This unethical practice not only undermines the integrity of the nursing and midwifery profession but also endangers public health by allowing unqualified individuals into the healthcare system.
“Nursing and midwifery examinations are designed to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and competency. Success can only be achieved through hard work, dedication, and adherence to ethical standards, so any attempt to manipulate the system will result in severe consequences, including expulsion from the school.
He urged the students and other members of the public to report any such fraudulent activities to the appropriate authorities for immediate action as the School in conjunction with the Ministry of Health and other relevant bodies are committed to ensuring a transparent and merit-based examination process that upholds the credibility of the nursing profession and safeguards public health.
“Students should feel free to come forward and report any case or person involved in any form of money for good grade as their identity will be protected.”
Dr. Onojaeme and his wife Mrs. Bliss Onojaeme attended the funeral reception of Late Mrs. Omoterijesu Orovwuje
The Delta State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme and his beautiful wife Mrs Bliss Onojaeme today Saturday March 8th, 2025 attended the burial reception of Late Mrs Omoterijesu Orovwuje at Christ the King Catholic Church Field, Okpara-Inland, Ethiope East Local Government Area, Delta State.
The Late Mrs Omoterijesu Orovwuje is the mother in-law of Mr Karo Ovuemeso, Director, Delta State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), and mother to Arch. Bishop P.E Orovwuje, Bishop of Garden of Life Assembly, Warri.
The funeral reception was well attended by dignitaries from all walks of life amongst which were politicians, academicians, business moguls and a host of many others graced the occasion held at Okpara-Inland, Ethiope East LGA.
Some digniteries present at the burial reception were, Mr. Reginald Bayoko, mni, Head of Service, Delta State and his Wife Vivian Bayoko, Engr. Adafiogho, former Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works, Chief Friday Agidife, PDP Chieftain, Hon. Felix Onowakpokpo, PDP Chieftain.
Others were; Hon. Nicolas Areh, former President General, Ozoro, Mr. Yaro Idudu, member of Isoko North Elders Council, Mr Sunday Efedhoma, Hon. Simon Okata, President General, Ovrode, among others.
MANPOWER SHORTAGE: Oborevwori establishes new health college in Delta
AS part of his effort to address the shortage of manpower in the vital health sector, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, Friday, flagged off the establishment of College of Health Technology in Ovrode, Isoko North Local Government Area of the state. While performing the ground breaking ceremony of the administrative building of the new College, which brought the number of Colleges of Health Technology in the state to two, Governor Oborevwori said the College would take-off in earnest from the existing structures in … Continue reading
COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, OVRODE
Stake holders meeting held at Ughelli on Friday May 1st 2024, on the newly approved College of Health Technology, Ovrode.
Thanks to the effort of the Governor of Delta State and the Hon Commissioner for Health. May God bless their desires for our communities.
– Abraham Olokor reporting for Enyaharo
indigene of Ovrode
