Bauchi State Government Hires 1,500 Health Workers

The Bauchi State government has successfully recruited 1,500 health workers following the lifting of an employment embargo, as disclosed by the state Commissioner for Health, Dr Sani Muhammad Dambam. This announcement was made during a visit from members of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) at the Government House, coinciding with the 2026 Physicians Week.

Dr Dambam praised the NMA for its contributions to healthcare delivery and assured them of the administration's commitment to enhancing the healthcare system, reflecting the priority given to healthcare by Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed. The government has also improved health workers' remuneration and introduced housing and car loan facilities.

Additionally, Prof. Abdulkadir Maigari, Chief Medical Director of Bauchi State Specialist Hospital, revealed that 136 housing units for health workers have been approved by Governor Mohammed, to be made available through a loan arrangement. Dambam urged medical practitioners to prioritize their health and maintain healthy lifestyles.