Babagana Umara Zulum, Borno State Governor, has started the construction of a new 100-bed capacity general hospital and a market complex in Dikwa. Zulum who carried out assessment of the proposed project site on Thursday, directed that work should begin immediately.
The new hospital will encompass features such as modern medical equipment and specialised units to take care of the diverse kinds of health issues faced by the community. The hospital will offer comprehensive medical services when completed, such as emergency care, maternal health, and outpatient services, to the residents of Dikwa and surrounding communities.
Governor Zulum said, the projects are part of the state government’s ongoing efforts to bring back stability, improve healthcare, and boost economic activities in places affected by the over one decade old insurgency. Speaking separately, Zulum charged the contractors to ensure compliance with all engineering specifications.
The Governor was accompanied by a member of the House of Representatives, Engr Bukar Talba, a member representing Dikwa at the State House of Assembly; Zakariya Mohammed, Commissioner for Local Government and Emirate Affairs, Sugun Mai Mele; Commissioner for Agriculture, Engr Bawu Musami; Permanent Secretary of Government House, Barr. Mustapha Ali Busuguma, among many senior officials.
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