Residents of Nsuapemso, Osino, Nsuta, and Bunso in the Fanteakwa South District of the Eastern Region have appealed to the government to complete the stalled Agenda 111 hospital at Nsuapemso Junction, emphasizing its importance in emergency healthcare, especially for trauma and accident victims along the Accra-Kumasi Highway.
The project, which began in January 2024 and was assigned to three construction firms, has since stalled, leaving residents frustrated. They remain hopeful that President John Dramani Mahama will prioritize its completion.
“We have to travel long distances to access healthcare. At night, it is even harder to find a vehicle. We plead with the government to bring the contractors back to complete the hospital,” said Lydia Owusuwaa.
Another resident, Agnes Fosua, added, “If this hospital is completed, all neighbouring communities will benefit. We believe President Mahama will ensure its completion.”
Doris Addo, who lost her aunt due to delayed medical care, strongly believes the hospital could have saved her life. “If the hospital had been operational, she might have survived. We pray something is done about it,” she lamented.
Given its location on one of the most accident-prone highways, residents stress that the hospital’s completion is critical for saving lives.
“Accident victims often need urgent care, but they have to be transported far away. Completing this hospital will be a lifesaver,” said Richard Ako Adjei.
The Eastern Regional Hospital, the main referral centre, supports the call, noting that early access to medical care significantly increases survival rates.
“The earlier accident victims receive care, the better their chances of survival. Having hospitals along the highway is crucial,” a medical officer stated.
The hospital’s medical superintendent also urged the government to complete the new regional hospital at Akwadum to ease congestion at the current facility, which operates at 94% capacity daily.
“Because the hospital is almost full every day, If we can complete the new regional hospital it will provide additional beds for the people of Koforidua and the Eastern region in general,” he said.