Bayelsa Governor Diri Launches Free Health Checkups

On Sunday, Governor Diri announced a directive for free medical checkups at all government secondary health facilities in Bayelsa State during a special thanksgiving service at Saint John’s Anglican Church in Olobiri, Kaiama, Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area. This initiative is aimed at assisting citizens who cannot afford healthcare.

Diri instructed the Honourable Commissioner for Health to implement quarterly health checkups, ensuring that a register is maintained for those checked, covering ailments such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and cancer. He emphasized the government's responsibility to address the rising cancer cases in the state.

Diri encouraged residents to utilize this opportunity and mentioned that the Commissioner for Health would provide further details. Additionally, he expressed gratitude for the recovery of King Mozi Agara and highlighted the importance of traditional rulers in maintaining peace and order in society.

Diri also directed the Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure to present rehabilitation plans for the Kaiama bridge road.