By Kingsley Mamore,
Dambai (O/R), Nov 26, GNA-Mr. Gilbert Addai, a passionate local volunteer has launched a one-man clean-up crusade along the banks of River Oti, in a bold move to combat typhoid cases in Dambai.
Mr. Addai armed with shovels, gloves, brooms, and rakes kicked off his “Clean Oti, Save Lives” campaign, targeting hotspots along the river that runs through Dambai, the Oti Region’s capital.
The typhoid outbreak has been severe, with over 22,000 confirmed cases recorded this year by Health officials, and Dambai accounting for more than 12,000 cases.
Speaking to the Ghana News Agency (GNA), his motivation for the clean-up campaign stemmed from a sense of responsibility and love for his community.
“I grew up here, my family lives here, my friends live here, if I cannot protect my community, who will? Mr. Addai added.
He appealed for logistical support from benevolent associations, government agencies and individuals to continue his crusade.
The Ghana Health Service has been working to contain the typhoid cases in the area, but efforts such as Mr. Addai’s are crucial in preventing further spread of the disease.
Some travelers and commuters on River Oti who were engaged by GNA, appreciated Mr. Addai’s efforts and are calling on others community members to join him in his mission to keep their community clean and safe.
GNA
Edited by: Maxwell Awumah/George-Ramsey Benamba