Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has acknowledged that the nation’s harsh economic conditions have left many vulnerable citizens unable to afford necessary medical care.
Responding to this, the governor, as observed by our state correspondent, yesterday launched a free medical outreach program aimed at providing relief to residents of Gashaka local government council
The governor made this statement during the launch of the outreach, a collaboration with UNESCO WHV-2024.
Speaking through his Commissioner of Heritage and Ecotourism, Joseph Titus Nagombe. Kefas emphasized the importance of the initiative, which according to him, seeks to bring critical healthcare services to the people of the area.
The Trumpet noticed that the outreach program includes the distribution of medications and medical supplies to various primary healthcare centers across the council.
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It also offers free medical examinations and tests, addressing both minor and serious health conditions, including cancer and kidney diseases.
“The harsh economic conditions in the country have left many vulnerable populations unable to afford medical care, and this outreach seeks to provide much-needed relief,” said Governor.
“My inspiration comes from the love and care I have for Tarabans. I see myself as one of them and have been dedicated to making a positive impact since my election.” He added.
The traditional ruler of Gashaka, Dr. Zubairu Hammangabdo Sambo, praised the initiative and urged residents to take full advantage of the free medical services.
He noted that the outreach would no doubt significantly improve healthcare in the area.
Beneficiaries expressed gratitude for the intervention, highlighting that it would save lives and provide treatments they might not have been able to afford otherwise. They appealed to the state government to extend the outreach to rural communities, allowing more people to access free healthcare services.
