By Oyem Jonathan
Ubulu-Uku in Aniocha South Local Government Council Area came alive on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, as the Executive Chairman, Hon. Pastor Jude Chukwunwike, formally donated multi-million naira worth of hospital equipment to Ubulu-Uku General Hospital.
Chairman Aniocha South local Government council
In his address, Pastor Chukwunwike reaffirmed his people-centered leadership philosophy: “Every life counts, and no one should lose his or her life due to avoidable circumstances.” He urged political leaders, traditional rulers, healthcare professionals, and town unions to forge stronger partnerships, stressing that collective responsibility is the pathway to a healthier, safer, and more resilient society.
The Chairman further charged health workers to deploy the new facilities with professionalism and ethical dedication, reminding them that technology alone does not save lives, but commitment and compassion.
He assured communities yet to benefit directly that his administration’s guiding principle remains equity, pledging that more infrastructural and social interventions would reach underserved villages in the coming months in accordance to their needs assessed.
Expressing gratitude on behalf of the hospital management, Dr. Kingsley Adigwe lauded the Executive Chairman for his intervention, which included recent renovation works, rewiring, and remedial upgrades prior to the equipment delivery.
He appealed for further support to address staffing gaps, pipe-borne water, and the regularization of a dedicated casual worker who has served the hospital faithfully for 15 years.
The Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ogaga -Joseph Onojaeme represented by Dr. Christian Tetsola, Chief Chris Okolie of the Ubulu-Uku Traditional Council, and other observers at the ceremony hailed the gesture as a landmark step toward closing rural healthcare gaps.
The intervention, which fulfills a key campaign promise, is more than a donation.
It is a deliberate investment in strengthening the local health system. With the new equipment, Ubulu-Uku General Hospital is set to improve diagnostic precision, expand therapeutic care, and enhance emergency response, ultimately reducing preventable illness and mortality across the community.
The ceremony was graced by dignitaries across political, health, and community circles, including members of the Aniocha South Legislative and Executive Council, Special Advisers to the Governor, traditional leaders, party stalwarts, past and serving council chairmen, women groups, market associations, religious leaders, and a vibrant representation of Ubulu-Uku youths.
Commendations flowed from various speakers, including Mrs. Ann Orumade, Mrs. Rose Achapu, and Chief Barr. Nath Igbadi, who noted that the intervention aligns perfectly with the Six-Point Consolidatory Agenda of the Chukwunwike’s led administration: Security and Peace-Building, Infrastructure and Rural Development, Economic Empowerment, Agriculture, Education, and Healthcare Delivery.
They emphasized that by investing in healthcare, the Council Chairman is not just improving public health outcomes, but also strengthening the bond of trust between government and the governed.
At a time when citizens yearn for leaders who match words with action, Hon. Pastor Jude Chukwunwike continues to demonstrate that governance is not about self-interest but about service and sacrifice.
His actions, anchored on integrity, impact, and inclusiveness, are steadily carving a legacy of life-saving governance and people-centered development in Aniocha South.
Dignitaries present at the presentation ceremony include: the Council Vice Chairman, Hon Patricia Ekwutozam Adolue, Special Adviser to the Governor on infrastructure and investment, Hon. Chief Nath Igbadi; APC chairman Aniocha South, Comrade Norbert Akachukwu Sochukwudinma , former council chairman and SSA to the Governor, Hon. Emmanuel Sorokwu and former council vice chairman, Hon. Steve Asikawili; former council vice chairman, Hon. (Ms.) Amaka Adigwe , leader of the legislative arm, Hon. Leonard Nzemeke; secretary of the local government, Hon. Prince Tony K Ebube, former legislative leader and SSA to the Governor, Hon. Joe Modeme, as well as Dr. Jones Ofunne, Executive secretary, Local Education Authority, Aniocha South.
Also in attendance are: Dr. Bishop Brian Ilomechine, Barr. Awele Nwoko who was represented by Mrs Victoria Ndidi Ogwuda Osisi; Hon. Tony Egbune, SSA to the Governor; Hon. Tony Anukwu, SSA to the Governor; Mrs. Pauline Chidi, SSA on Women Mobilization; Chief Mike Igwebueze, the Olikeze of Nsukwa kingdom; Mr Austin Akaeze, Head of personnel management (HPM); delegation of Ubulu-Uku Traditional Chiefs Council and Mrs. Victoria Okoh, SSA to the Governor.
Also at the event were former House of Assembly aspirant, Comrade Rister Agbabumeze; Barr. Chukwumah Oseyenim, Bishop El Bethel, the Iyase of Ejeme Aniogor, Mrs Ann Orumade; Malachy Chukwuka, and Mrs Christy Odimegwu.
Chief Austin Ugbechie, Hon. Jude Igwebueze, Mrs Momah Pius representing the state Treasurer of APC, Comrade Alex Kentoua, Aniocha South NUT chairman; Mr Abu Ndekwu, former LGA chairman of Aniocha South PDP; Mrs Eunice Otuya Nwoko, LGA Women Leader of APC Aniocha South; Dr. Awele Nwanochi, Executive secretary, and HOD, Health Department, Aniocha South also graced the event.
Dignitaries from the Ministry of Health includes the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme who was represented by Dr. Tetsola Christian, Director of Public Health, Ministry of Health, and Dr. Ebom Emmanuel, consultant Family Health, representing the permanent secretary, HMB, Dr. Paul Okwumbo, and the Medical Director, Ubulu-Uku General Hospital, Dr. Kingsley Adigwe.
The list also includes serving and past councilors, political appointees, party faithful, market women, Ubulu-Uku youths and a cross section of Aniocha South community leaders.
