Report by ALI MUHAMMAD RABIU; Editing by BASIRAT MEMUDU
Kwara State Government has donated medical equipment worth millions of naira to the Primary Health Centre, at Otte-Oja, in Asa Local Government Area of the state.
Speaking during the official handover ceremony, the State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Amina Ahmed El-Imam, said the aim of the initiative is to strengthen healthcare delivery at the community levels.
She advised residents of Otte-Oja and environs to protect the equipment and make good use of the facility.
Dr. El-Imam emphasized that consistent community engagement with the health center will encourage government to continue to provide additional equipment and health personnel.
“Whatever we have been given must be put to judicious use, as these medical items are meant to serve the people. While government is doing its part, individuals must also play their roles. Therefore avoid self-medication and take advantage of government interventions in the health sector,” She added.
The Commissioner also stressed the need to safeguard the newly supplied equipment, noting that the community should take collective responsibility in securing the items for sustainable use.
In his message at the event, the Chairman, Asa Local Government area of Kwara state, Alhaji Shehu Yahyah, expressed appreciation to the state government for it’s efforts at transforming the healthcare landscape, particularly in rural areas.
He reaffirmed the community’s unwavering support for the present administration.
The equipment supplied to the health center included, laboratory equipment, immunization apparatus, oxygen apparatus, stretchers, examination couches, drip stands, digital and manual sphygmomanometers, Littman stethoscopes.
Others are beddings, pillows and other vital materials required to deliver effective and efficient healthcare services.
