The Medical Superintendent of the Evangelical Church of Ghana (ECG) Hospital in Kpandai, Northern Region, Dr. Sonlary Joseph, has made a heartfelt appeal to the government, non-governmental organisations, corporate bodies, and well-meaning individuals to support the completion of a long-abandoned mortuary project at the facility.
According to Dr. Joseph, construction of the mortuary began two years ago but has since stalled due to financial constraints.
While the building structure has been completed, the facility remains non-functional as the critical installation of the cold room is yet to be carried out.
In an interview with Adom News correspondent Odehyeba Owusu Job, Dr. Joseph expressed concern over the impact of the incomplete mortuary on the local community.
“The incomplete mortuary has been a challenge for our community for far too long. As a medical doctor, I’ve seen firsthand the difficulties it poses for our deceased loved ones and their families,” he said.
He explained that in the absence of a functioning mortuary, families are forced to transport their deceased relatives to distant towns, adding emotional and financial strain during an already difficult time.
Dr. Joseph stressed that completing the mortuary would restore dignity to the handling of the dead and provide immense relief to bereaved families in Kpandai and surrounding communities.
He called on stakeholders, especially philanthropists and benevolent institutions, to partner with the hospital to complete the project and improve healthcare infrastructure in the district.
