Residents of Meme, a farming community in the Kpandai District of the Northern Region, have expressed immense joy following the sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of a modern Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compound.
The project, spearheaded by the District Chief Executive for Kpandai, Haruna Karim, aims to provide much-needed healthcare access to a community that has struggled for decades without a nearby facility.
At the brief ceremony to mark the project’s commencement, the DCE acknowledged the challenges residents face in accessing medical care, noting that many often had to travel long distances for treatment.
He emphasized that the construction of the CHPS compound is part of the government’s broader effort to improve primary healthcare delivery in underserved communities.
“This project will not only improve access to healthcare services but also reduce preventable deaths, especially among women and children,” Haruna Karim stated.
Once completed, the facility is expected to provide essential healthcare services, including maternal and child health, basic treatment, and health education for residents of Meme and surrounding communities.
Residents who attended the ceremony expressed gratitude to the government and the district assembly for responding to their long-standing plea, describing the development as a “dream come true” that will ease the burden of seeking healthcare in distant towns.
Community leaders also pledged support for the successful completion of the project, urging residents to take ownership and protect the facility.
The new CHPS compound is anticipated to significantly boost healthcare delivery and improve overall well-being in the area.
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