The Local Government Administration in West Akyem Municipal of the Eastern Region has awarded 62 Frontline Health Workers who sacrificed their lives during the outbreak of the pandemic coronavirus, also known as covid-19.
They were presented with a certificate of recognition, signed by the President, as part of the 2023 Presidential Awards for COVID-19 Frontline Workers.
The initiative aims to honour all frontline health workers who played a crucial role in containing and combating the spread of COVID-19 in Ghana.
Municipal Chief Executive, Honourable Seth Oduro Boadu presenting the Certificates expressed appreciation for the selfless efforts of these health workers in optimally containing the virus in the area.
He called on Health Workers in the Municipality to continue dedication their lives and explore their knowledge and skills.
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in March 2023 disclosed that his government recruited an additional 58,000 healthcare givers to boost its fight against COVID-19 during the peak of the pandemic.
The president also disclosed that his government procured GH¢81 million worth of personal protective equipment from local manufacturers to ensure the safety of Ghanaians.
“Furthermore, Ghana was able to procure some GH¢81 million worth of personal protective equipment such as face masks, garments, medical scrubs, and hospital gowns from domestic garment and textile manufacturing companies for health workers and students who wrote their final exams during the period.”
Source: Mybrytfmonline/ Mensah Atakora
