ARD-COOUTH Congratulates Obidike On Reappointment As Commissioner For Health, Applauds Soludo

By Our Reporter

Members of the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD), Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH) have sent hearty congratulations to Dr Afam Obidike on his reappointment as the Commissioner for Health.

ARD-COOUTH in a message signed by Dr Joy Okwumuo and Dr Albert Okoye, President and Secretary respectively on Sunday, appreciated Gov. Chukwuma Soludo for returning Obidike to head the Anambra Health Sector.

‘Our hearts are filled with joy, gratitude, pride, and renewed hope as we celebrate the well-deserved reappointment of the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Anambra State, Dr. Afam Obidike, for a second tenure in office.

“This moment is not just a celebration of another political appointment; it is a celebration of impact, excellence, sacrifice, dedication, and visible results.

“It is a celebration of a man whose leadership brought hope to the healthcare system and whose commitment to service touched institutions, healthcare workers, patients, and the entire people of Anambra State.

“Your reappointment is a loud testimony that good work speaks. Excellence speaks. Service speaks. Humanity speaks.

“During your first tenure, the health sector in Anambra State witnessed remarkable progress and transformation.

“Across hospitals and healthcare institutions, your presence was felt.

“Your administration brought renewed confidence to the system and gave healthcare workers a stronger sense of belonging.

“You showed that leadership is not merely about occupying an office, but about touching lives, solving problems, and creating lasting impact.

“At Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Awka, we, the doctors, resident doctors, healthcare professionals, and trainees, sincerely felt your support, your concern, and your commitment toward improving healthcare delivery and medical training.

“Many of us saw in you a leader who listened, a leader who understood the challenges within the health system, and a leader who genuinely desired progress.

“You became a voice for healthcare workers.

“You became a source of encouragement to many young doctors.

“You became a symbol of hope to patients and families who depend daily on the healthcare system.

“For this reason, your reappointment has brought smiles to countless faces within the medical community and beyond.

“It has restored confidence in continuity, stability, and sustainable progress within the health sector.

“Today, we also use this opportunity to profoundly appreciate and applaud the Executive Governor of Anambra State, His Excellency, Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, for this wise, thoughtful, and commendable decision.

“Your Excellency, history will always remember leaders who recognize competence, reward hard work, and prioritize the welfare of their people above politics.

“Reappointing Dr Afam Obidike is a clear demonstration of your administration’s commitment to continuity, excellence, and the advancement of healthcare in Anambra State.

“This singular decision speaks volumes.
It tells healthcare workers that their sacrifices are seen.

*It tells the people of Anambra State that good governance is possible.
It tells young professionals that dedication and competence still matter.

*We sincerely thank you, Mr Governor, for listening to the voices of the people and for ensuring that the progress already recorded in the health sector will not be interrupted.

“Your confidence in Dr Afam Obidike reflects wisdom, foresight, and genuine concern for the wellbeing of Ndi Anambra.

“To our amiable Commissioner, as you begin this second tenure, we pray that God grants you greater wisdom, strength, divine direction, and excellent health to continue this noble assignment.

“We believe that the best is yet to come.

“We believe that this new tenure will usher in greater transformation, improved healthcare infrastructure, better welfare for healthcare workers, stronger medical training systems, enhanced patient care, and more groundbreaking achievements across every health institution in the state.

*The journey ahead may not always be easy, but we are confident in your capacity, resilience, and passion for service.

“We trust that you will continue to carry the dreams and hopes of healthcare professionals with sincerity and compassion.

“As resident doctors and members of the medical community, we say thank you for standing with us.

“Thank you for believing in the health sector, for your sacrifices, for your accessibility, for your service to humanity.

“Your work has not gone unnoticed.

“Your efforts are deeply appreciated and your impact will continue to speak for generations to come.

“Congratulations once again, Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike.

“Congratulations to His Excellency, Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, for making this noble decision.

“Congratulations to the entire healthcare community.
Congratulations to Ndi Anambra.

“May this second tenure bring even greater success, greater progress, and greater testimonies for the health sector of Anambra State.

“The future is brighter, the hope is stronger and the journey continues,” it concluded.