… As Lokoja LG boss described the intervention as laudable
By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab
The Lokoja APC Integrity Group (LAPCIG), on Monday, offered free health care services to more than 1,000 residents of Lokoja, the Kogi State capital.
It was part of the activities to mark the first anniversary of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo in office.
The programme, according to the organisers was launched to address the alarming rates of maternal and infant mortality, and other major health concerns in the state’s capital.
Outreach
The services provided during the outreach included free consultations, medications, blood pressure and blood sugar screenings, and HIV screening and counselling.
They also provided basic antenatal care, conducted eye tests, minor surgeries, and nutritional education for infants.
Medical experts, including doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, were also available to attend to the patients.
In his remarks, Hon. Yusuf Alabi, c Chairman of the LAPCIG, praised Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo’s outstanding achievements and transformative leadership during his first year in office.
The LAPCIG chairman also applauded his unprecedented development through his commitment, humility, and dedication to service.
According to Alabi, Governor Ododo has made significant strides in various areas, including infrastructural development, completion of zone eight to Crusher Road and creation of different beautification edifices.
He also noted the governor’s upgrade of the State’s security architecture in collaboration with federal agencies.
In his own remarks, the Chairman of Lokoja local government area, Comrade Abdullahi Adamu, described the intervention as laudable.
“We are glad that this important programme is brought to our domain. We are indeed delighted by this administration’s developmental projects,” the chairman said.
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