Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti says his administration is committed to equipping health facilities with modern tools, essential drugs and qualified personnel who will deliver compassionate, efficient and professional care.
Governor Otti who stated this at Eziala Nsulu in Isiala Ngwa North LGA during the functionalization ceremony of Eziala Nsulu Primary Healthcare Centre which is among the 200 renovated and retrofitted primary healthcare centres by the present administration in the state under the “Ekwueme Project,” disclosed that his administration’s focus is not only on infrastructure but also on building a robust system that can meet the needs of mothers, children, the elderly and every segment of the population.
The Governor represented by his Chief of Staff, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, explained that the project is not just another building but a testament to the commitment of his administration at ensuring that quality healthcare services are accessible to every Abian, regardless of their social or economic status, adding that his administration came into office with a clear vision of repositioning healthcare delivery in the State.
The State Chief Executive urged the people of Eziala Nsulu and its environs to take ownership of the centre and make maximum use of the services it offers as well as support the government in safeguarding the facility.
In his speech, the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Enoch Ogbonnaya, said the event marks another milestone in the journey of transforming healthcare delivery in the State under the visionary leadership of Governor Alex Otti, pointing out that the renovated and retrofitted Eziala Nsulu Primary Health Centre is a clear demonstration of the premium value the present administration places on the health and wellbeing of the people.
Prof. Enoch explained that his ministry is fully focused on human resources, training and supply of essential drugs and equipment to make the centres functional and responsive to the needs of the people, and called on the community to take ownership of the facility and protect it.
In his remarks, the Mayor of Isiala Ngwa North LGA, Ambassador Innocent Uruakpa, explained that by renovating and retrofitting the health centre, alongside many others across the state, the present administration is laying a strong foundation for preventive and community-based care, ensuring that citizens receive timely medical attention close to their homes without the burden of long travel or high costs.
In their vote of thanks, the traditional ruler of Eziala Nsulu, Eze P.C Ananaba, the Counsellor representing Isiala Nsulu Ward 3, Mrs Chinyere Obadiah, the Community leader of Eziala Nsulu, Chief Rexfold Nwankpa, the Health Authority Secretary, Isiala Ngwa North LGA, Mrs Charity Agwu and the Supervisory Counsellor for Health, Isiala Ngwa North LGA, Mrs Nkechi Chibueze, commended Governor Otti for prioritizing the health of Abians through the renovation and retrofitting of Primary Health Centres, pointing out that the project is a blessing to the people as it brings quality healthcare closer to their doorsteps, reduces avoidable risks and gives hope to communities.
The facility has consulting rooms, pharmacy, labour room, solar panels, water bath and ultrasound machines, automatic blood analyzing machine, incubator, automatic clave machine, radiant warmer, vital sign monitor among others.
The Head of Service, Isiala Ngwa North LGA, Mrs Ndidi Ndukwe among other distinguished personalities were present during the event.
