The humanitarian healthcare initiative of the former Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, the Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme has once again showed it's continued commitment to the well-being of Enugu citizens through the latest surgical intervention that saved the lives of four individuals on the 7th of January 2024.
The sister of one of the beneficiaries, Onyinyechi Utazi took to the social media to pour avalanche of praises on Rt. Hon. Ugwuanyi for his compassionate intervention on her sister, Utazi Maryrose (07042228974) who hails from Uvuru and was delivered from Appendicitis through Appendectomy which was done on her free of charge, the Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme on Sunday, the 7th of January.
Another beneficiary, Ezugwu Godwin (09127259342) from Ugbene-Ajima who came with a case of Abnormal growth on his neck found succour in the healthcare initiative as his abnormal growth was completely corrected. His family was filled with gratitude to Gbod for saving their son through Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi's legacy and appreciation to the medical team who did a wonderful job without demanding a dime from them.
Following the Sunday Surgical Operations by Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme, Chinedu Chikaodili (09131700571) from Nimbo with abnormal growth on the right leg also benefited as Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme corrected his abnormal growth.
Residing in Enugu Metropolis, six-year-old Iruoma Omeje from Nru was saved from Right femoral hernia through the same batch of surgical operations by the Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme. The success of these interventions highlights the impactful legacy of Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi in prioritizing the health and well-being of the people.
In an exclusive phone interview with FountainCare Reporters, Dr. George Ajogwu, the Director-General of the Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme, shed light on the recent successful surgical interventions that saved four lives, showcasing the program's ongoing commitment to healthcare excellence. Dr. Ajogwu expressed his enthusiasm about the expansion of the free healthcare intervention program initiated by the former Governor, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, at the beginning of the year.
Dr. Ajogwu commended Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and his commitment to the well-being of Enugu citizens, expressing that the recent expansion is strategically designed to reach patients in remote communities who may encounter challenges in accessing the central zone of the Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme at Julius Ajogwu Memorial Hospital Nsukka.
According Dr. George Ajogwu the humanitarian gestures and visionary expansion moves are deliberate steps by Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi in support of the significant and commendable efforts and good governance of the current Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Barr Peter Mbah, and his Deputy, Barr Ifeanyi Ossai. By extending the reach of the program, it aims to ensure that healthcare services are accessible to all, fostering a healthier and more robust community.
The recent series of successful surgical interventions, as stated by Dr. Ajogwu, marks a promising beginning for the year 2024. The outcomes not only validate the effectiveness of the Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme but also instill a sense of optimism for the positive transformations anticipated in the realm of healthcare throughout the year, he said.
Dr. Ajogwu expressed his gratitude for the unwavering support and collaboration with the Enugu State leadership, emphasizing the collective commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of the citizens.
