Health
Tracka assessment reveals incomplete revitalization at Anambra PHC
Written By: Udo Inobeme
13 Nov 2025 07:47 AM
Awka, Anambra – In a recent assessment conducted by Tracka, a citizen-led monitoring organization, the Umudioka Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Awka South Local Government Area, Anambra State, has been found to be only partially revitalized despite efforts by the current administration.
The evaluation, carried out in August 2025, highlights both progress and persistent challenges at the facility, located at Akogheli Square.
The PHC has undergone visible improvements. Tracka’s report notes that the facility has been repainted, a solar power system has been installed, and ramp tiling has been completed.
These upgrades are part of a broader government initiative to enhance primary healthcare services across Nigeria, supported by the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) and the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF).
The solar system, a critical addition, aims to ensure a reliable power supply, aligning with the government’s recent push to install 2MW solar hybrid systems in tertiary hospitals nationwide, a model now extending to PHCs.
Despite these advancements, significant shortcomings remain.
The assessment revealed that the roof in one of the wards continues to leak, rendering it uncomfortable and potentially unsafe for patients and staff.
Additionally, all fans within the facility are non-functional, exacerbating discomfort in the tropical climate. The solar power system, while a positive step, offers only a limited backup duration, raising concerns about its effectiveness during power outages.
Tracka has called on the NPHCDA to return to the Umudioka PHC and complete the rehabilitation process.
The organization emphasized that while the initial revitalization efforts are a step in the right direction, the facility’s current state falls short of meeting the needs of the local community.
The report underscores the broader challenges facing Nigeria’s primary healthcare system, where rural facilities often struggle with inadequate equipment, staffing, and maintenance despite government funding and initiatives.
The Umudioka PHC serves as a vital healthcare hub for residents of Awka South, yet its incomplete revitalization could deter access to quality care.
With over one million Nigerians pushed into poverty annually due to health-related expenses, according to World Bank data, ensuring fully functional PHCs is crucial. Tracka’s findings are expected to prompt a response from the NPHCDA, with hopes that the agency will address the identified issues promptly.
The evaluation, carried out in August 2025, highlights both progress and persistent challenges at the facility, located at Akogheli Square.
The PHC has undergone visible improvements. Tracka’s report notes that the facility has been repainted, a solar power system has been installed, and ramp tiling has been completed.
These upgrades are part of a broader government initiative to enhance primary healthcare services across Nigeria, supported by the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) and the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF).
The solar system, a critical addition, aims to ensure a reliable power supply, aligning with the government’s recent push to install 2MW solar hybrid systems in tertiary hospitals nationwide, a model now extending to PHCs.
Despite these advancements, significant shortcomings remain.
The assessment revealed that the roof in one of the wards continues to leak, rendering it uncomfortable and potentially unsafe for patients and staff.
Additionally, all fans within the facility are non-functional, exacerbating discomfort in the tropical climate. The solar power system, while a positive step, offers only a limited backup duration, raising concerns about its effectiveness during power outages.
Tracka has called on the NPHCDA to return to the Umudioka PHC and complete the rehabilitation process.
The organization emphasized that while the initial revitalization efforts are a step in the right direction, the facility’s current state falls short of meeting the needs of the local community.
The report underscores the broader challenges facing Nigeria’s primary healthcare system, where rural facilities often struggle with inadequate equipment, staffing, and maintenance despite government funding and initiatives.
The Umudioka PHC serves as a vital healthcare hub for residents of Awka South, yet its incomplete revitalization could deter access to quality care.
With over one million Nigerians pushed into poverty annually due to health-related expenses, according to World Bank data, ensuring fully functional PHCs is crucial. Tracka’s findings are expected to prompt a response from the NPHCDA, with hopes that the agency will address the identified issues promptly.
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