Ohaukwu Local Government Builds Diagnostic Centre for Maternal Care

Paul Ituma Eze, the Chairman of Ohaukwu Local Government Area in Ebonyi State, has begun the construction of a diagnostic centre and blood bank at the Primary Health Centre, Ngbo Maternity, located in Ngbo Court Area. This initiative aims to improve maternal healthcare and reduce preventable deaths among pregnant women in rural communities.

Eze, who is also a medical laboratory scientist, stated that the facilities are expected to be completed and commissioned within 50 days. His decision to establish these facilities stemmed from personal experiences with pregnant women who lost their lives due to the inability to afford essential medical tests, medications, and blood transfusions.

Upon completion, the diagnostic centre and blood bank will provide free services to pregnant women in rural areas who cannot afford laboratory tests and blood transfusions.