Derrick Amofa Boateng urges government to fix Zenu Polyclinic road

Dr. Derrick Amofa Boateng, the Medical Superintendent of Zenu Polyclinic, has made an urgent appeal to the government to rehabilitate the dilapidated road network leading to the healthcare facility. Speaking during the polyclinic’s 10th-anniversary celebration, Dr. Boateng emphasised that the poor state of the access roads significantly hampers emergency responses and poses a major barrier to healthcare delivery for the local community. He noted that the current infrastructure makes it increasingly difficult for the facility to fulfill its mandate of providing timely medical care.

The Medical Superintendent highlighted the specific hardships faced by vulnerable patients, including pregnant women and the elderly, who often struggle to reach the polyclinic due to the uneven and damaged terrain. The situation is reportedly most severe during the rainy season, when the roads become nearly impassable, often resulting in dangerous delays for patients in need of urgent attention. Dr. Boateng argued that the state of the roads is a critical bottleneck that undermines the efforts of medical staff to save lives.

In addition to addressing the external infrastructure challenges, the polyclinic is also seeking to expand its internal capacity to meet rising patient numbers. Dr. Boateng announced plans for the construction of a new maternity block, a project designed to alleviate current congestion and provide a more conducive environment for maternal and child health services. The facility currently faces significant pressure due to the rapidly growing population in the Zenu area, making the expansion of clinical space a top priority for the administration.

Concluding his address, Dr. Boateng called for a collaborative effort between the government, local authorities, and private organisations to support the polyclinic’s development goals. He stressed that as the facility enters its second decade of service, fixing the road network and completing the new maternity block are essential steps toward ensuring that quality healthcare remains accessible to all residents in the region regardless of the weather or logistical constraints.