Ike Nnachi, Abakaliki
The Ebonyi State Government has inaugurated a five-man Executive Committee (EXCO) to oversee the distribution and installation of medical equipment worth billions of naira for all general and primary healthcare facilities in the state, with Mr. Leo Ekene Oketa appointed as chairman.
In a note of appreciation to Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, Mr. Oketa, who also serves as the Special Assistant to the Governor on New Media, expressed gratitude for the confidence reposed in the committee.
He described the appointment as a privilege to contribute directly to strengthening the state’s healthcare system, in line with the governor’s vision for a more efficient and people-centred health sector.
According to him, the committee is committed to carrying out its assignment with diligence, transparency, and professionalism.
He assured that the team would ensure all procured medical equipment are properly distributed and fully installed in the designated general hospitals within the stipulated timeframe.
Mr. Oketa reaffirmed the committee’s resolve to carry out its duties in accordance with the Nwifuru administration’s People’s Charter of Needs, which prioritizes improved access to quality healthcare for Ebonyi residents.
The full list of committee members includes: Leo Ekene Oketa – Chairman; Okechukwu Elechi – Member; Mrs. Uzoamaka Veronica Ikele – Member; Queen Happiness Ajali – Member; and Barr. Abigail Nnenna Ovuoba – Secretary.
The committee is expected to commence work immediately as part of ongoing efforts to enhance service delivery in the state’s health facilities.
