By Nnedinma Okeke
Recipients of awards at the Anambra State Primary Healthcare (PHC) Leadership Challenge held on June 17, have lauded the initiative, commending the Anambra State Government, development partners, consultants, and the organizing committee for recognizing excellence in healthcare service delivery.
Speaking in an interview, the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of Isuanocha PHC in Awka North Local Government Area, Mrs. Ifeyinwa Mesigo, who emerged as the second-best PHC Officer-in-Charge and received a cash prize of N200,000, described the recognition as a pleasant surprise.
According to her, she attended the event simply because she was invited as an officer and had no prior knowledge that she would be receiving an award. She expressed gratitude to God for the recognition, noting that the achievement was made possible through dedication, hard work, and divine grace.
Mrs. Mesigo stated that the award has inspired her to be even more committed to her duties, emphasizing that the reward for good work is greater responsibility. She pledged to remain diligent in reporting to her facility daily and to continue strengthening community-based healthcare services, including health education, sensitization campaigns, and outreach programmes.
She noted that the recognition would place her under greater public scrutiny and expectation, adding that she is determined to uphold the standards that earned her the award and continue serving as a role model for other healthcare workers.
The award recipient also urged healthcare personnel across the state to remain focused and committed to delivering quality healthcare services, describing the recognition as a morale booster that would encourage improved performance within the sector.
Similarly, Mrs. Ifeoma Nduanya, a Programme Officer at Achalla PHC in Awka North LGA, who emerged as the Best Local Government Area Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) Programme Officer also received N200,000, expressed profound joy and appreciation for the honour.
She described the award as a strong motivation to intensify her efforts in combating neglected tropical diseases and improving public health outcomes. Mrs. Nduanya thanked the state government, development partners, and organizers of the programme, describing the initiative as unique and unprecedented in recognizing outstanding contributions within the healthcare system.
She added that the recognition would inspire not only the awardees but also other healthcare workers to strive for excellence in service delivery across the state.
Nnedimma Okeke is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
