Thousands of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Wurrochekke Community, Yola South Local Government Area of Adamawa State, now have access to much-needed healthcare services, thanks to the donation of a new healthcare facility by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA).
This initiative is part of the federal government’s ongoing efforts to make healthcare accessible to vulnerable populations. For many in Wurrochekke, who have struggled to afford medical care, the new facility is a dream come true.
The healthcare center was constructed by the Justice Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) through the Counter-Terrorism Center under the ONSA.
During the inauguration ceremony, Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, represented by the Commissioner for Rehabilitation and Reintegration, Hammandram Bello, lauded JDPC for its commitment to community development. He emphasized that sincerity is the key to success and urged other NGOs to follow JDPC’s example by being transparent and accountable in managing public funds.
Governor Fintiri highlighted the importance of the facility, noting that with Adamawa’s population exceeding five million, such projects are essential in complementing the state’s healthcare drive.
Speaking on the impact of the project, JDPC Yola Coordinator, Father Morris Kwairanga, described it as one of JDPC’s social intervention initiatives aimed at improving the well-being of the displaced community. He urged the beneficiaries to take ownership of the facility and foster unity and peaceful coexistence.
Chairman of the IDPs in Wurrochekke, Hamidu Njidda, expressed profound gratitude for the project. He recalled the hardships many IDPs faced in paying for medical treatment and expressed hope that the new healthcare center would bring relief to the community.
“This project is a welcome development. It will ease our pain and struggles related to healthcare. It is of utmost importance to us, and we wholeheartedly support it,” Njidda stated.
A representative of the Office of the National Security Adviser reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving the lives of Adamawa residents. He emphasized that National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, an indigene of Adamawa, remains passionate about uplifting the people.
“This is just the beginning. Many more people-oriented projects are in the pipeline to enhance livelihoods and uplift communities,” he assured.
For the residents of Wurrochekke, this healthcare facility represents more than just a building—it is a symbol of hope, resilience, and a brighter future.
