The Nkanu East Local Government health team has commended Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah and council chairman Mike Ogbuekwe following a successful free medical outreach in Ugboawka.
The Head of Health Department, Dr. Chiraka, and other health workers praised the governor’s leadership in repositioning healthcare across the state. They also commended Ogbuekwe for supporting grassroots healthcare delivery.
The outreach took place at Umuisu, Amafor, in Ugboawka Ward 1. According to the health team, the programme reached community members and brought healthcare services closer to residents.
The team’s commendation comes amid the state government’s wider development efforts. Read more about Enugu Government’s Efforts to Sustain Development Gains.
Nkanu East Health Team Commends Mbah’s Healthcare Leadership
In a statement signed by Hon. Ejim Adaeze, a nurse, on behalf of the Mmiri Oma Free Medical Outreach Team, the department announced the successful completion of the exercise.
The team expressed gratitude to Governor Mbah for what it described as his transformative and people-oriented leadership. It said his administration had prioritised efforts to reposition the state’s healthcare sector.
The health workers also highlighted the importance of government programmes that bring services closer to communities. Such grassroots initiatives form part of broader discussions about development across Enugu State. See Peter Mbah’s Reported 10,000 Achievements for related coverage.
The statement described the Ugboawka outreach as a success, noting that residents felt the direct impact of the exercise.
Ogbuekwe Praised for Grassroots Healthcare Delivery
The health team also praised Nkanu East Chairman, Hon. Engr. Mike Ogbuekwe, for his commitment to community development.
It described him as a visionary and development-driven leader whose support for grassroots healthcare delivery continues to give residents hope.
The team said the council chairman’s commitment had contributed to efforts to make healthcare more accessible at the community level.
For another report on community development, readers can see how Igbo Eze South Chairman Praised Mbah’s Grassroots Development.
The health workers also pointed to the importance of sustained investment and political commitment in delivering quality healthcare beyond major urban centres.
Free Medical Outreach Reaches Ugboawka Community
The free medical outreach held at Umuisu, Amafor, in Ugboawka Ward 1. The Mmiri Oma Free Medical Outreach Team confirmed the successful completion of the programme in its statement.
According to the team, the exercise touched lives and allowed residents to experience the direct impact of governance. However, the statement did not specify the number of beneficiaries or list the medical services provided.
Community-based programmes remain an important part of local development discussions. A related report covers the Community Sensitisation and PRA Exercise in Six Enugu Communities.
The health team urged continued attention to healthcare delivery at the grassroots. Its statement also recognised the role of state and local government leadership in supporting such initiatives.
Health Team Highlights Investment in Community Healthcare
The department commended Governor Mbah and Chairman Ogbuekwe for their investment and political will in supporting healthcare services.
It said their commitment was helping ensure that quality healthcare reached residents in local communities.
The statement also framed the outreach as an example of governance making a direct difference in people’s lives.
For further coverage of development and investment in Enugu, read NACCIMA’s Comments on Security and the State’s Economic Ambition.
The outreach in Ugboawka adds to the community engagements being reported across Nkanu East. Previous political and development activities in the area have also focused on local needs and grassroots participation.
For example, Nara Residents Rally Behind Ogbuekwe reported on community engagement involving the council chairman.
Other reports have covered stakeholders in Ohuani Idodo and Oruku, as well as communities in Ihuokpara, Isienu and Akpawfu.
Coverage has also highlighted developments involving Ugbakwa wards and the Nkerefi community.
The Nkanu East health team concluded its statement by expressing appreciation to Governor Mbah and Chairman Ogbuekwe for supporting the outreach.
Its message emphasised the importance of bringing healthcare closer to residents and sustaining community-level services across the local government area.
