Mahama donates incubators on birthday to save babies at Dodowa hospital

Former President John Dramani Mahama marked his 65th birthday on Wednesday with a visit to the Shai Osudoko District Hospital, where he generously contributed much-needed medical equipment.

The donation, which included two modern incubators, two phototherapy machines, and four CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machines, was in response to an urgent appeal from the Medical Director of the facility.

Expressing their gratitude, the medical staff at the hospital appreciated the prompt response, with Medical Director Dr. Kennedy T. C. Brightson noting his surprise at the swift provision of the items following his recent request when an advance team from the former President visited just two days earlier.

Accompanied by his children and staff from his Office, Mr. Mahama expressed his thanks to his wife and the Lordina Foundation for facilitating the acquisition of the medical equipment. He joyfully stated, “I am very happy to return to my favourite hospital environment to celebrate my 65th birthday.”

The Shai Osudoko District Hospital, inaugurated in April 2016 during Mahama’s presidency, stands as a testament to his government’s commitment to bringing quality healthcare closer to Ghanaians.

 As part of this initiative, the 120-bed hospital was the first of six district hospitals commenced by the Mahama government in selected districts across the country.

In addition to the medical equipment, Mr. Mahama also generously donated various essential items, including 150 bags of rice, 50 bags of sugar, detergents, 200 packs of soft drinks, 200 packs of water, 40 boxes of biscuits, 35 boxes of cooking oil, 20 boxes of tomato paste, 90 school bags, and 100 packs of baby diapers.