Yakubu Busari
About 3178 persons have benefed from the free medical service of the humanitarian service to the Garga community in kanam.
The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in the Plateau State Government, Honorable Dayyabu Yusuf Garga (Walin Garga), has said, the free medical service to the Garga community of Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau state is to ensure good health care delivery.
The Director/CEO EDEN-COM PASSION AND HEALTH MISSION INTERNATIONAL (ECHIM) Dr. Longbab Dinfa, described Hon. Dayyabu Garga as a philanthropist who have contributed to the progress of humanity and God sent who have touch the lives of the people, through selfless service that has impacted much on the society at large.
He said, the Free Medical and Surgical Services which the Commissioner partner with Eden Compassion and Health Mission International to provide the community.
“On behalf of the Team of Eden-Compassion and Health Missions Int’l, I wish to appreciate you and your family for partnering with our organization to bring health to the people especially during this dwindling state of our economy; you were able to sink millions of naira into this programme to touch lives of your people in Kanam L.G.A.
“I would like to mention here that you have demonstrated a show of love and concern as valued by African tradition and as enshrined in the Holy Scriptures … when I was in the hospital you visited me… you went beyond visit in your own case.
“You are a compassionate Commissioner that has done what is tantamount to giving a sojourner the much needed cup of water in the desert.
“You have really exhibited not just the role of a sponsor, but that of a father who is desirous of nursing his own people by putting smiles on their faces through this elaborate programme; just like Late MKO Abiola would say: ‘I count my riches based on the number of people I put smiles on their faces.’
“Despite the financial constraint, you were able to sink millions of naira into this programme so that the rich and the poor, the young and the old, male and females, the able and the disabled, the depress, the afflicted, the blind, the cripple and all the inhabitants of all villages in your constituency to have access to this free medical and surgical services including eye surgery and treatment. You have practically sown bountifully and surely the law of harvest will catch up with you as the saying goes ‘Health is Wealth’.
“You have demonstrated outstanding qualities of a leader; Leadership position is a function, it is not a replacement, it is an assignment, you are a real leader who understands and identify with the challenges (plight) and battles (problems) of your people as concerns health. Words can’t quantify your effort through the provision of these qualitative and quantitative medical services that you offer to the people of our dear community (Kanam).
“Our appreciation wouldn’t be complete if I fail to elaborate on what you have done for humanity through your philanthropist gesture:
225 surgeries conducted which includes:
iii. Lumpectomy
“Many who had lost hope of seeing with one eye or the other, they now see clearly because of this programme. What a testimony!
“Many, who couldn’t read with their natural eye, can now read confidently. What an advantage! Four women had C/S with bouncing babies through this program and so on and on.
“You are a compassionate father; Great philanthropist and a gentle iconoclast, indeed.
“In conclusion, we wish to partner with you more and more in the following areas if opportunities avails itself.
“Once again, we are indeed grateful for the opportunity given to us as an organization to offer this life saving programme, to the people of Kanam and its environs.
“May the Almighty who build the universe without pillars and build the bridge without bricks uphold and always, grant your heart desire as you touch the lives of the less privilege at the grassroots.
“Lasting courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spins of others are often stiffened. By Billy Graham,” Dr. Dinfa said.
Overall report of the programe includes:
Total Consulted + Lab Test = 2953
Total Operated = 229
Grand Total number of people treated. =
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