Akufo-Addo Commissions $52M Rehabilitated Bolga Regional Hospital
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, on Thursday, August 15, 2024, commissioned the rehabilitated and refurbished Bolgatanga Regional Hospital.
The state-of-the-art facility, financed with a $52 million concessional loan from the Saudi Fund for Development, is a testament to the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government’s unwavering commitment to providing quality healthcare for every Ghanaian.
The modern hospital, equipped with advanced medical infrastructure including a new mothers’ hostel, staff accommodation, and a cutting-edge medical gas building, is poised to meet the growing healthcare needs of the Upper East Region.
Strides
Speaking at the ceremony, the President said his administration has made significant strides in the health sector, including the recruitment of over 202,000 healthcare professionals, revitalizing the National Health Insurance Scheme, and expanding hospital infrastructure nationwide. “As we celebrate the commissioning of this hospital, I encourage the community to take pride in this achievement and work together to ensure its continued success, as we strive to build a healthier and stronger Ghana for all,” he charged.
Gratitude
President Akufo-Addo expressed gratitude to the Saudi government for their generous support for the project. “This vital partnership has been instrumental in transforming the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital into a centre of excellence, reflecting the strong and fruitful relationship between our two countries,” he stated.
