A state-of-the-art hospital is being constructed in Ankpa Local Government Area of Kogi State by Dr Engr. Stephen Achema Akpa is nearing completion, with work reported to be about 70 per cent finished.
Dr Akpa, who is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Zoe New Dawn Nigeria Limited and Rehoboth City Estate, said the facility is intended to improve access to quality healthcare in the area. According to project details, the hospital is designed to provide modern medical services, with plans for medications to be offered free of charge to patients.
The project has been described by residents as a major intervention in a community that has long faced challenges in accessing adequate healthcare services. When completed, the facility is expected to ease the burden on families who often travel long distances for medical treatment.
Beyond the hospital project, Dr Akpa has been involved in several philanthropic initiatives across Kogi State and the Federal Capital Territory. These include the distribution of food items during festive periods, educational support through scholarship programmes, and financial assistance aimed at supporting individuals and families.
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In addition to his humanitarian efforts, Dr Akpa is also active in real estate development through Zoe New Dawn Nigeria Limited. The company has ongoing and completed estate projects in locations such as Maitama 2, Katampe Extension, Guzape 2, Apo Wassa, Apo Gude, Jabi, Dakibiyu, Lugbe, and Gwarinpa in Abuja. The developments are designed as integrated communities, incorporating healthcare facilities, schools, shopping centres, and recreational spaces.
As construction progresses at the Ankpa hospital site, community leaders and residents have expressed optimism that the project will contribute significantly to improved healthcare delivery and overall social development in the area.
The initiative adds to growing private-sector participation in addressing healthcare and infrastructure gaps, particularly at the grassroots level, where access to essential services remains limited.