DG, Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency, Patrick Ukah, in collaboration with the Okpanam Community Development Union (OCDU) worldwide, has commenced a one-day free medical outreach for residents of Okpanam community.
The outreach held on behalf of the Ugo-Ani of Okpanam, HRM Dr. Michael Ogbolu. is aimed at improving health access for both young and elderly residents in the community.
The services ranges from general checkups, dental and eye care, to health talks on prostate and diabetes, as well as the distribution of free insecticide-treated nets.
Ukah said, “This outreach is about bringing healthcare directly to the grassroots. It’s part of our commitment to improve life expectancy and deliver the dividends of democracy to the people, no matter their age or status”.
Chairman of the Outreach Committee, Mr. Charles Okolo, praised the collaboration with OCDU, noting that many people who avoid hospitals due to financial constraints now have access to quality healthcare.
“We have specialists here attending to a range of medical conditions, and the turnout has been impressive,” he added.
A beneficiary, Akeyemi Romanus, expressed gratitude to the organisers, saying the outreach helped him discover a previously undiagnosed condition for which he is now receiving treatment.
The Director General of the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency, Patrick Ukah
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