Whereas, during his time as governor, Ugwuanyi prioritized healthcare infrastructure in Nsukka Zone. He established the State University of Medical and Applied Sciences (SUMAS) in Igbo-Eno, Enugu State, and initiated the construction of the SUMAS Teaching Hospital. This teaching hospital, a monumental project undertaken by Ugwuanyi's administration, is now over 90% completed.
The present administration, under Governor Peter Mbah, has endorsed and signed the bill establishing the SUMAS Teaching Hospital into law, indicating its significance and continuity in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the people of Nsukka, Ndi Enugu, and beyond.
Ugwuanyi's administration built and equipped 10 units of Type 3 Healthcare Centers in Enugu State, with 5 of them located in Nsukka Zone. Specifically, two Type-3 Healthcare Centers were established in Uzo-Uwani LGA.
Ugwuanyi also constructed and equipped a substantial Amenity Ward Facility at the upgraded Ogrute General Hospital in Enugu Ezike, Igbo-Eze North LGA. This facility provides specialized medical services to the people of Nsukka, showcasing Ugwuanyi's commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure in the zone.
Contrary to the report's claim that the "Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme" is a sham, this initiative was operational during Ugwuanyi's tenure as governor and continues to serve the people of Enugu North Senatorial Zone. Initially conducted in various healthcare centers across the zone, the programme centralized its services at the Julius Ajogwu Memorial Hospital in Nsukka.
This initiative has significantly alleviated the health and financial burdens of the people in the zone. The programme has seen a massive increase in beneficiaries, indicating its effectiveness and impact on the community.
Despite attempts to tarnish his image with baseless accusations, the people of Nsukka Zone continue to celebrate and appreciate former Governor Ugwuanyi for his dedication to their well-being and the significant improvements he initiated in the healthcare sector.
The popular GburusCare Initiative that provided free healthcare services to the poor elderly population of Enugu State majorly in the rural areas that spanned throughout 2021 to 2022 was another pronounced expression of Ugwuanyi's love for his people which Enugu North Senatorial Zone was one of the major beneficiaries. In fact, the programme was launched in Ede-ani in Nsukka LGA, it covers various parts of the zone, including Igboeze South and Udenu LGA before spreading it to other zones in the state.
The achievements of his administration, including the establishment of SUMAS and the Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme, stand as a testament to his commitment to the health and welfare of the people of Nsukka Zone and Enugu State as a whole.
The Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme has left a significant trail of documented evidence, including detailed profiles of beneficiaries. Among the beneficiaries are individuals whose names, phone numbers, addresses, and health conditions are clearly stated in the programme's reports, which are still available online for confirmation.
1. Names and addresses of beneficiaries, including their towns and local government areas of origin, are clearly stated in the programme's reports, providing further evidence of the programme's reach and impact, confirming the programme's extensive coverage across different communities within Nsukka Zone and beyond.
2. The health conditions that brought beneficiaries to the Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme are clearly spelled out in the programme's reports, providing detailed insights into the medical needs of the community.
3. The type of surgical procedures conducted on beneficiaries is also clearly documented in the programme's reports, providing comprehensive information about the medical interventions provided through the programme. The programme's reports contain detailed information about the surgical procedures performed, ensuring transparency and accountability.
4. Video footage of all the activities of the Gburugburu Free Surgery Programme is available on the internet for verification, providing visual evidence of the programme's impact and effectiveness. These videos capture various aspects of the programme, including pre-operative assessments, surgical procedures, post-operative care, and testimonials from beneficiaries are readily accessible online, providing undeniable evidence of the programme's success in providing free surgical interventions to those in need within Nsukka Zone and beyond.
For instance, the latest surgical intervention carried out on the 17h of April during the 30th series of the 2024 schedule was detailed thus;
Onyedika Ugwuanyi - Contact: 08148405045
Address: Alor-ulor
Surgical Case: Right inguinoscrotal hernia with associated Hydrocoele
Procedure: Correction surgery.
Chinedu Promise - Contact: 07044536018.
Address: Nsukka LGA
Surgical Case: Right ovarian mass and multiple uterine fibroid with Appendicitis
Procedure: Exploratory laparotomy.
Aniebonam Micheal - Contact: 08032984298
Address: Nkpologu.
Surgical Case: Left Inguinoscrotal hernia and Right inguinal hernia
Procedure: Correction surgery.
Ugwuoke Ogechi - Contact: 08031902618
Surgical Case: Right complex breast lump
Procedure: Lumpectomy
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