In a heartfelt visit to the Boki General Hospital in Onitsha Farm, which has unfortunately languished in neglect, Hon. Augustine Obi, the Special Adviser on Diaspora Engagement, Trade, and Economic Development to the Executive Chairman of Boki Local Government Area, sought to shine a light on the pressing state of healthcare in the community. Accompanied by Mr. Destiny Takon, the Chief Protocol Officer, Hon. Obi’s mission was fueled by the genuine concern of the Executive Chairman, Hon. Eti-Eka (Mrs.) Beatrice Etta Nyiam, for the health and well-being of the Boki people.
With palpable sadness, Hon. Obi remarked, “It is truly disheartening to witness a completed general hospital that has never served its intended purpose while our people struggle to access even the most basic healthcare services.” He poignantly stated, “Instead of engaging in blame games about past administrations and who is responsible, we must recognize that we have waited over 30 years. Our focus should be on the love and care for our community. It is time for us to step forward and make this hospital operational for the sake of every Boki resident.”
Hon. Obi emphasized the importance of a community-driven approach, calling upon all Boki sons and daughters at home and in the diaspora to come together and support this urgent cause through financial and material contributions. His compassionate plea underscored a shared responsibility to transform the hospital into a functioning tertiary healthcare facility as quickly as possible.
To realize this noble initiative, he announced plans to establish a Boki Healthcare Trust Fund—an honest and accountable platform dedicated to gathering resources for the hospital’s renovations and improving healthcare in the local government area.
During this visit, Hon. Obi also took time to engage with military officers stationed in Onitsha Farm and participated in meaningful discussions with youth leaders from the community. Concerned about the recent tensions between Boje and Iso Bendeghe, he appealed for tranquillity, understanding, and a renewed commitment to peaceful coexistence.
He compassionately reminded everyone that actual progress in Boki can only flourish in an environment of peace and unity. Pledging the local government’s unwavering support for reconciliation and conflict resolution, Hon. Obi reinforced the importance of fostering harmony in the community.
This visit symbolises a heartfelt commitment to rebuilding vital infrastructure and nurturing the spirit of togetherness that is essential for the growth, stability, and well-being of the Boki Local Government Area.
Courtesy: The Press Unit, Boki LGC.
