BY KASE GREATNESS
THE Chairman of Oshimili North Local Government Area, Hon. Chief Esewezie, has officially flagged off a 14-day free medical and surgical outreach aimed at enhancing healthcare access for residents across the region.
The comprehensive healthcare programme, scheduled to run from July 14 to 27, 2025, forms part of the council’s ongoing commitment to improving the well-being of its people, especially those in rural communities.
The flag-off ceremony was held at the Primary Health Centre, Akwukwu-Igbo, where immediate medical services were provided, including general consultations, minor and major surgical operations, eye and dental care, laboratory investigations, and the prescription of essential medications.
The event also saw the successful performance of surgical procedures, signalling the commitment and readiness of the medical teams to deliver quality healthcare services over the next two weeks.
Now in its third edition, the free health mission is organised in partnership with Cedio Rural Medical Outreach. It aligns with the healthcare vision of the Delta State Government under the leadership of Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, whose administration has played a key role in revitalising primary healthcare facilities across the state.
Hon. Esewezie praised the Governor’s MORE Agenda, focused on Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security, stressing that the outreach reflects the council’s support for these transformative efforts in the health sector.
In his remarks, the Chief Medical Director of the outreach, Dr. Peter Emuche commended the initiative, saying, “I’ve not seen it anywhere where the health challenges of the people have been addressed as comprehensively as has been done in Oshimili North Local Government. It is truly commendable.”
Addressing the gathering, Hon. Esewezieemphasised the importance of giving back to the people through social welfare and medical support programmes.
He also appreciated the Delta State Government for providing an enabling environment that allows local government councils to undertake meaningful projects that directly impact residents’ lives.
Following the exercise, the Local Government Chairman paid a courtesy visit to the Traditional Ruler of Akwukwu- Igbo, HRM Obi Dr. David Azuka, who lauded the initiative. “Thank you for giving hope to the hopeless,” the monarch said, applauding the Chairman’s people-centred leadership.
Dignitaries present at the flag-off included the Leader of the Oshimili North Legislative House, Hon. Chris Nwamgbor; Mr. Luka Igbonoba, Executive Assistant to the Governor; Hon. Sir Joseph Ijeh, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor; Hon. IfeanyiNwaezeigwe, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor; Comrade Austin Ajufo; the Secretary to the Local Government; Hon. Austin Eluka and several other key leaders and stakeholders.
