By Abubakar Ohida
Kogi State’s ongoing free medical outreach for 150 vulnerable persons across all 21 Local Government Areas has delivered essential health services to residents of Ihima in Okehi Local Government Area.
Hon. Otokiti Alhassan Zakariya, the Member representing Okehi State Constituency at the Kogi State House of Assembly, has officially flagged off and commenced the healthcare programme in Okehi LGA. Safely represented by the Councillor for Oboroke-Eba Ward, Hon. Shaibu Asuku Ibrahim, the lawmaker lauded the visionary drive behind the initiative, emphasizing that its execution will yield a direct, positive impact at the grassroots level.
We are pleased to announce that this community healthcare programme is sponsored by Akporine Nigeria Limited and coordinated by the Progressive Medical Care Foundation (ONICARE).
With a strong focus on reaching those who need it most, the outreach provided comprehensive eye care, where beneficiaries were examined by medical experts and received eyeglasses. In addition, pregnant women received birth kits and insecticide-treated mosquito nets. Free medical consultations, essential treatments, laboratory screenings, and medications were also provided, ensuring that financial constraints do not deny any citizen access to quality healthcare.
The residents of Ihima commended the exemplary leadership quality of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for his priority on healthcare delivery to the good people of Kogi State. They equally applauded the Kogi State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abdulazeez Adams Adeiza, for his achievements in healthcare intervention in the state.
The residents of Ihima lauded Hon.Otokiti Alhassan Zakariya for his unwavering support and dedication to the healthcare needs of his constituency. They also appreciated the sponsor, Akporine Nigeria Limited, the coordination team (the Progressive Medical Care Foundation), and all the medical personnel on the ground for transforming lives and fostering a healthier, stronger Kogi State.
One of the beneficiaries, Mr. Sanni Abdulmumin appreciated the kind gesture extended to the residents of Ihima and prayed for the Kogi State Government and the medical team.
