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Development Cannot Thrive Without Good Health – Ejura MCE

The Ejura Sekyedumase Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. Rafiu Adam Seidu, has stated that development cannot thrive without good health, as his administration continues to roll out free primary healthcare services across the municipality.

Date Created : 6/12/2026 : Story Author : Oheneba Kesse Brempong-Asare/Ghanadistricts.com

Speaking at the launch of a Free Primary Health Care (FPHC) initiative at Hiawoannwu, the MCE emphasized that healthcare is a fundamental right, not a privilege.

"Every citizen, regardless of age, gender, creed, or economic status, deserves access to medical care that is affordable, reliable, and close to home," Seidu told Ghana Districts. "Today, we are making that vision a reality for the people of Hiawoannwu and the municipality at large."

The free primary care program complements the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) and aims to eliminate out-of-pocket costs at primary facilities. It is part of a nationwide rollout across 150 underserved districts.

Five CHPs compounds under construction

Hon. Seidu revealed that the Municipal Assembly is constructing five Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPs) compounds this year alone to improve healthcare access. The projects include:

· Construction of a CHPs compound at Atakura No. 2

· Construction of a CHPs compound at Famehyebaabi/Ajamasu/Kantankani

· Construction of an infirmary/sickbay at Ejuraman Anglican SHS

· Completion of a CHPs compound at Miminaso

· Completion of a CHPs compound at Frante

The MCE thanked the government, the Ministry of Health, health professionals, and all stakeholders who partnered to make the projects a reality.

"Remember that a healthy community is a productive community," he advised residents, extending gratitude to all who contributed to the program.

'Free primary care is a promise of dignity'

Mr. Quarage Anku, the Municipal Health Director, said health is our greatest wealth, yet many have been held back by the fear of medical bills.

"That is why free primary healthcare is more than just a policy – it is a promise of dignity and hope," Anku explained at the Hiawoannwu launch.

He noted that when primary care is free, no child goes unvaccinated, no mother skips a check-up, and no family suffers in silence because they cannot afford treatment.

"It means people stop waiting until sickness becomes severe. Instead, they prevent illness early, keep communities strong, and build a healthier nation."

Hospital leaders call for public support

Dr. Emmanuel Aboagye, Medical Superintendent of Ejura Government Hospital, and Mr. Simon Offeh, Administrator of St. Luke Hospital, also endorsed the initiative.

"Free primary healthcare levels the playing field," they said. "It says your right to health does not depend on your income or where you live."

Mr. Offeh urged residents of Ejura Sekyedumase and Hiawoannwu to support and protect the vital service.

"A healthy population is the foundation of progress," he added.