Chiefs and residents of Mando in the Ajumako Enyan Essiam District of the Central Region have appealed to the Ministry of Health (MoH), the Ghana Health Service (GHS) and other stakeholders to upgrade the community’s health post into a fully-fledged clinic.
The chiefs say the existing health post is no longer adequate to meet the growing healthcare needs of the community and surrounding areas.
Speaking to the media, the Chief of Mando, Nana Okomfo Afful X, said the community had already acquired a vast parcel of land to support the construction and expansion of a modern healthcare facility.
According to him, the establishment of a clinic would significantly improve access to quality healthcare and reduce the difficulties residents face in seeking medical attention, particularly during emergencies.
Nana Okomfo Afful X appealed to the Member of Parliament for Ajumako Enyan Essiam, Dr Ato Forson, who also serves as the Nkosuohen of Mando, to use his influence and resources to support the community’s quest for a clinic.
He further called on the District Chief Executive, Hon. Andrews Kojo Dodoo, to take up the matter with the relevant authorities and help facilitate the upgrade of the health post.
The chief also appealed to individuals, corporate organisations, development partners and natives of Mando living both in Ghana and abroad to support the community in realising its dream of having a clinic.
He said the project would be a major investment in the health and wellbeing of residents and future generations.
The Obaatan of Mando, Nana Kofi Ekuma V, also joined the appeal, stressing that the existing health post was no longer sufficient to cater for the healthcare needs of the community.
He called on the government, traditional authorities, individuals and other stakeholders to support the community’s efforts to secure a standard clinic.
Meanwhile, the Officer in Charge of the Mando Health Post, Mr Isaac Eyiah, appealed for the provision of staff accommodation and a laboratory to improve healthcare delivery at the facility.
He explained that all staff members currently reside within the town while the health facility is located on the outskirts of the community.
According to him, the situation creates challenges, particularly when health workers are required to respond to emergencies outside normal working hours.
Mr Eyiah said the provision of staff quarters close to the facility would enable health workers to respond more quickly to emergencies and improve the overall efficiency of healthcare delivery.
He also stressed the need for a laboratory, which he said would enhance the facility’s ability to conduct basic tests and provide timely diagnosis and treatment to patients.
The chiefs and health workers therefore urged the government, the Ghana Health Service, the Ajumako Enyan Essiam District Assembly, development partners and other stakeholders to consider the community’s appeal and support the upgrade of the Mando Health Post into a clinic.
They expressed confidence that the project, when completed, would help improve healthcare access and contribute to the development of Mando and neighbouring communities.
