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CBN Africa, Japan Construct Rural Clinics in Nasarawa State

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CBN Africa in partnership with the Embassy of Japan in Nigeria commissioned two rural clinics in Gidan Gimba and Arishi communities of Karu and Nasarawa Local Govt Areas of Nasarawa state. Construction of these clinics was made possible with funds from the Japanese Government, through the Grant Assistance for Grass-roots Projects (GGP) of the Japanese Embassy in Nigeria.

The humanitarian project carried out is for the benefit of the people of Gidan Gimba and Arishi communities to improve access to primary health care. Also, the construction of these facilities was targeted as part of CBN Africa’s commitment to meeting the Sustainable Development Goal-3 (Good Health and Wellbeing).

In his speech, the Regional Director, CBN Africa, Dr. Felix Oisamoje stated that the construction of these rural clinics in Gidan Gimba and Arishi, both in Karu and Nasarawa Local Govt Areas of Nasarawa State will lead to the improvement in the quality of life of many village dwellers, who otherwise have little or no access to primary health care. As a result of the sustainability of the projects, we are confident that over the years more people will benefit from the clinics which will provide them with an improved quality of life, and ultimately see them contribute their quota to national development.

Ambassador of Japan to Nigeria ably represented by the Deputy Head of Mission: Mr. Shinozawa Takayuki in his address said the project being commissioned was another demonstration of the Government of Japan’s sustained commitment in supporting Nigeria to overcome the challenges in its Universal Health Coverage. He further stated that the project was aimed at improving lives by providing medical equipment such as Oxygen cylinders, digital BP monitors, wheel chairs, first aid boxes to mention a few. Members of the community can easily access the medical centre at an affordable cost for a healthy and productive life for their families. He enjoined everyone present to work together to maintain the equipment so that it lasts for a long time, and can be of great benefit to the patients of this clinic. He stated his firm belief that the project will contribute to the creation of a better future for Nasarawa state, and Nigeria as a whole, and to further strengthen the relationship between Nigeria and Japan.

Also present at the event were; Chairman, Karu Local Government Area: Honourable James Thomas, Karu Local Government Councilor: Hon Adamu Bawa, Local Overseer; Karshi Development Area: Arafat Muhammad, Attaché, Embassy of Japan – Ose Tae, GGP Coordinator, Embassy of Japan- Miss Sophia Agada, Head of Humanitarian, CBN Africa: Rev John Kalma.

CBN Africa popularly known as the 700 Club continues to execute humanitarian and developmental programs to better the living conditions of the local population. Through its humanitarian arm (Operation Blessing), CBN offers relief supplies (medications, clothing, blankets, toiletries, and Furniture) to hospitals, correctional centers, orphanages, and victims of natural disasters and armed conflict in Nigeria, as well as scholarships for HIV/AIDS orphans.

Additionally, Operation Blessing (OB) runs Women and Youth Empowerment Programs. Other services include the provision of free medical care to the rural poor and disadvantaged who cannot afford basic health care in various impoverished locations across the nation. This is accomplished by establishing rural community clinics and funding corrective surgery for children born with Cleft-Lip/Palate abnormalities. OB has sponsored over three hundred (300) surgeries to date.