Delta State University (DELSU) has commenced a groundbreaking health initiative under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Professor Samuel Ogheneovo Asagba, offering free and compulsory medical screening to all university staff members.
The comprehensive screening program, which began on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at the University Health Centre, Site II, represents a significant investment in staff welfare and demonstrates the university’s commitment to maintaining a healthy workforce.
Promoting Staff Wellness
Speaking during the launch of the screening exercise, Dr. Bobola Agbonle, Director of University Health Services, emphasized the program’s dual purpose of detection and treatment. “The screening exercise is designed to identify both latent and obvious health complications among our staff members,” Dr. Agbonle explained.
The initiative has already begun yielding important results, with the screening revealing various health conditions including hypertension, diabetes, prostate issues, eye problems, and cervical conditions – many of which staff members were previously unaware they had.
Comprehensive Care Approach
What sets this program apart is its holistic approach to healthcare. “The exercise does not stop at just identifying medical issues but extends to managing the identified challenges,” Dr. Agbonle noted, highlighting the university’s commitment to comprehensive care rather than mere diagnosis.
The entire cost of the medical screening program is being covered by the university, ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent any staff member from participating in this vital health initiative.
Extended Timeline for Maximum Participation
To accommodate all university staff members, the medical screening program will run for over a month, concluding on Monday, September 22, 2025. This extended timeline ensures that every staff member has adequate opportunity to participate in the screening process.
Leadership Recognition
Dr. Agbonle expressed her appreciation to Vice Chancellor Professor Samuel Ogheneovo Asagba for his vision and commitment to staff welfare. “We are grateful to the Vice Chancellor for approving and funding this medical screening exercise, which demonstrates his dedication to promoting the health and wellbeing of our university community,” she stated.
This initiative aligns with Professor Asagba’s broader vision of creating a vibrant university workforce built on the foundation of staff health and wellbeing.
