The Ministry of Health has handed over five (5) completed health facilities in the Eastern Region for operationalization by the Ghana Health Service.
Osuodumgya Otutu Ababio V, Chief of Adukrom and Akuapim Nifahene, who chaired the ceremony, urged health professionals to treat their patients with empathy and care. He emphasized the importance of providing customer-centered healthcare services.
The Regional Minister for the Eastern Region, Hon. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, expressed her gratitude to the Ministry, the chiefs, and the people of the communities for their contributions to the successful construction of the facilities. She encouraged the chiefs and residents to take ownership of the facilities and ensure their proper maintenance.
The Director-General of the Service, Prof. Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, received the keys to the facilities from the Hon. Regional Minister and handed them over to his Regional Director. He took the opportunity to introduce the hospital management team to the Minister and other dignitaries present.
He urged them to provide quality healthcare to the people within their catchment areas. “I want you to prioritize the survival of women and children in your facilities,” he stated.
“Give your best to the people.” He also appealed to the community to respect and support their healthcare workers.
Mr. Ben Nkasnsah, Director of Infrastructure at the Ministry of Health, handed over the keys to the Regional Minister on behalf of the Hon. Minister of Health.
He advised traditional leaders (Nananom) to ensure all necessary documentation is completed to secure the facilities.
Additionally, he encouraged hospital management to maintain the buildings and equipment properly at all times.
The Okere District Hospital, where the symbolic handing-over ceremony took place, is a 40-bed facility equipped with all the major departments required for the full operation of a district hospital.
