IBUSA, DELTA STATE — The Executive Chairman of Oshimili North Local Government Area, Olorogun Innocent Ifeanyi Esewezie, has commenced the construction of the Achalla Cottage Hospital in Ibusa, marking another major step in his administration’s efforts to improve healthcare delivery and accelerate grassroots development across the council area.
The groundbreaking ceremony, held on Monday, September 28, 2026, attracted traditional rulers, political leaders, community stakeholders, council officials and residents, who gathered to witness the commencement of the healthcare project.
Performing the groundbreaking ceremony, the Obuzor of Ibusa, His Royal Majesty Obi Prof. Louis Chelunor Nwoboshi, described the project as a significant intervention that would improve access to healthcare services and enhance the quality of life of residents.
The monarch commended Esewezie’s administration for prioritising projects that directly address the needs of the people and offered royal blessings for the successful completion of the hospital.
Speaking at the ceremony, Esewezie described the project as more than the construction of a healthcare facility, saying it represents a new phase of development for Achalla and neighbouring communities.
According to him, the cottage hospital will provide residents with improved access to medical services while also contributing to economic activities and development in the area.
He further disclosed that an access road would be constructed to link the community to the hospital, noting that the road would improve movement, connectivity and access to essential services.
«“This is not just about building a hospital; it is about creating opportunities, improving lives and laying the foundation for a healthier and more prosperous community,” Esewezie said.»
The council chairman reiterated his administration’s commitment to ensuring that every part of Oshimili North benefits from its development agenda, stressing that the hospital project was conceived in response to the healthcare needs and aspirations of residents.
Political leaders who attended the ceremony also commended the council chairman for what they described as his commitment to grassroots development.
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oshimili North, Hon. Austin Nnabuife, praised Esewezie for what he described as visionary leadership and commitment to the wellbeing of residents.
Nnabuife described the hospital as a legacy project that would have a lasting impact on healthcare delivery and strengthen confidence in grassroots governance.
Also speaking, Dr. Austin Obidi commended the initiative, noting that projects that directly improve the lives of ordinary citizens are important indicators of development at the grassroots.
Among those present at the ceremony were the Diokpa of Achalla-Ibusa, Uchechukwu Okolie; Chief Celestine Okafor; the Ikwele of Ibusa; Hon. Henry Olowo, Leader of the Legislative Arm of the council, alongside councillors; Dr. Austin Eloka Ajufo, Secretary to the Local Government; Mrs. Jones Ofunne, Head of Personnel Management; Mr. Mike Okeh, Treasurer of the Local Government; council staff, political appointees, community leaders and other stakeholders.
The ceremony was marked by excitement among residents, many of whom welcomed the project as a significant intervention in healthcare infrastructure for Achalla and surrounding communities.
The project is expected to be completed and commissioned in the second week of December 2026.
Upon completion, the Achalla Cottage Hospital is expected to provide healthcare services to residents of Achalla and neighbouring communities while contributing to the broader development of Oshimili North.
The commencement of the project adds to the list of development initiatives being undertaken by the Esewezie administration as it continues to focus on healthcare, infrastructure and other grassroots interventions across the local government area.
