The Deputy Governor of Niger State, Yakubu Garba, on Saturday, inaugurated a new 20-bed capacity ward at the Kuta General Hospital.
The ward, constructed by the Okoknyi Consultative Forum Kuta, headquarters of the Shiroro local government area of the state, is aimed at enhancing healthcare services within the area.
A statement by the Information Officer of the Local Government Council, Abubakar Abdullahi, said the Deputy Governor, in his keynote address, commended the Forum for its exemplary initiative in advancing community healthcare.
He also lauded the project as a commendable act of charity, while emphasizing its role in fostering unity and sustainable development.
Garba further urged continued community engagement in developmental endeavors and emphasized the importance of transparent leadership selection to promote good governance.
He assured the hospital management of the state government’s commitment to addressing their challenges, urging formal requests for support to facilitate timely interventions.
The Council Chairman of the Shiroro Local Government, Akilu Isyaku, expressed profound gratitude to the Deputy Governor for his steadfast support and emphasized the transformative impact of collaborative efforts in local development.
Isyaku also acknowledged the invaluable contributions of Prof. Muhammad Bashar Nuhu Tachi, underscoring his dedication to community development through academic leadership.
On his part, the Chairman of the Forum, Suleiman Dauda provided an insightful overview of the 20-bed capacity ward project, emphasizing its critical role in meeting community healthcare needs. He expressed heartfelt appreciation to all stakeholders for their pivotal contributions to the project’s success.
Dauda expressed profound gratitude of the Forum to all participants and contributors, reaffirming their commitment to future projects aimed at advancing community welfare.
Dr. S. Salam, representing Kuta General Hospital, acknowledged the significance of the new 20-bed capacity ward in enhancing patient care. He highlighted ongoing challenges in facilities and personnel, particularly in security, stressing the hospital’s commitment to delivering quality healthcare amidst increasing community demands.
The commissioning event concluded with a handing over ceremony, where the ward was officially transferred to Kuta General Hospital’s management, followed by a guided tour of the state-of-the-art facilities.
This event underscored the community’s dedication to improving healthcare accessibility and strengthened partnerships between local government, community organizations, and healthcare providers.
The success of this project owes gratitude to various stakeholders, including government officials, community leaders, and healthcare professionals, whose collaborative efforts exemplify the transformative impact of community-driven initiatives.
