News Rendezvous

8th March, 2025
In a remarkable show of commitment to healthcare, the senator representing Southern Adamawa Senatorial District, Binos Dauda Yaroe, has provided free medical treatment to about 1,917 patients in Borrong and neighboring communities of Demsa Local Government Area in Adamawa state.
The medical outreach, which was held over the weekend,at Borrong Demsa, provided critical healthcare intervention for thousands of residents of the area and saved several locals from the huge financial burden that surgeries and healthcare would have exerted from them.
During the medical outreach, the Binos Mobile Hospital was stationed at the Primary Healthcare (PHC) Borrong which facilitated majority of medical services, while complex surgeries were conducted at the General Hospital Borrong.
Hundreds Receive Life-Changing Surgeries
Speaking on the impact of the outreach, Rephath Pius, Principal Medical Officer (PMO) of General Hospital Numan, disclosed that 1,850 outpatients were attended to, while 67 surgeries were successfully performed. These included:
21 Herniorrhaphies (hernia repairs)
8 Appendectomies (appendix removals)
3 Cystectomies (cyst removals)
3 Myomectomies (fibroid removals)
Various other procedures
Among the notable cases was a 32-year-old woman who underwent a free exploratory laparotomy for multiple fibroids, a twisted left adnexal mass, and a ruptured appendix—a procedure that would have cost over ₦500,000 in a private hospital. Additionally, a woman who had endured a giant fibroid for over 20 years finally received free treatment, while 10 pediatric patients, aged 2–10, underwent life-changing hernia repairs at no cost.
Senator Binos Reaffirms Commitment to Healthcare
Addressing the community, Senator Binos Yaroe, represented by his 2023 Campaign Director-General, Katawan Boniface, reaffirmed his dedication to improving the well-being of his constituents. He emphasized that healthcare remains a priority in his agenda, pledging to continue providing free medical services to those in need.
“The health of my people is paramount. I will do everything possible to ensure that no one in my constituency is left without access to medical care,” he stated.
Traditional Leaders and Health Experts Laud Initiative
The Murum Mbula, His Royal Majesty Bethley Biyapo, praised Senator Binos for bringing the medical outreach to his chiefdom, describing it as a “lifesaving intervention” for many who could not afford treatment. The District Head of Borrong, Lusum Naina, also expressed his gratitude, pledging his full support for the senator’s efforts in delivering the dividends of democracy.
Similarly, Sunday Stephen Naira, an official from the Adamawa State Primary Health Care Development Agency, highlighted the outreach’s significance in bridging healthcare gaps. “Primary healthcare is essential for communities, and this initiative has reached those who need it the most. I commend Senator Binos for this impactful program,” he said.
Medical Experts and Beneficiaries Applaud the Outreach
Dr. Ishaya Micah Kunyima, Principal Medical Officer of General Hospital Borrong, noted that this was the first time such a large-scale medical outreach had been conducted in the area. “I have never witnessed such a high patient turnout and such a variety of cases in a single day. It was truly remarkable to work with these skilled professionals,” he said.
Jama Medan, the Medical Team Lead, assured the residents that all services provided were completely free of charge. He revealed that the medical personnel were drawn from hospitals across Nigeria and included health workers from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
Among the beneficiaries was Mrs. Ruth Simon, whose daughter received a surgery that had previously been unaffordable for the family. “We were charged ₦130,000 at the hospital, and we had no idea where to get the money. But through this outreach, our daughter was treated for free. It is a dream come true,” she said.
Another patient, Mallam Dan Fulani, praised the inclusiveness of the program. “There was no religious or ethnic discrimination—everyone was treated equally. Sen. Binos truly cares for all his constituents,” he remarked.
A Lifesaving Initiative with Lasting Impact
Victoria Bilkisu Ibrahim, a representative of ALKAF Global Investment Resource Limited, commended the outreach’s massive turnout, describing it as one of the most impactful she had witnessed.
Having previously attended Senator Binos’ medical outreaches in Shelleng and Toungo LGAs in 2021, she stated, “This outreach, like the others before it, has far exceeded my expectations. The impact is undeniable.”
With the overwhelming success of the Borrong medical outreach, Binos Yaroe continues to solidify his reputation as a champion of accessible healthcare, ensuring that thousands receive life-saving medical interventions at no cost.
The medical outreach which was carried out in collaboration with the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA) was implemented by ALKAF Global Investment Resource Limited.