Vihiga: In a major step toward strengthening grassroots healthcare delivery, Vihiga Governor Dr. Wilber Ottichilo has officially commissioned the newly constructed Mulele Dispensary in West Sabatia Ward. The facility is poised to significantly improve access to primary healthcare services for hundreds of local residents.
According to Kenya News Agency, speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Governor Ottichilo emphasized that the new dispensary aligns with his administration’s broader commitment to enhance health infrastructure across Vihiga’s five sub-counties. “Access to quality healthcare is a constitutional right, and we are committed to ensuring that every resident, regardless of their location, receives quality, timely and affordable medical attention,” said Governor Ottichilo.
He noted that the County Department of Health will deploy trained personnel and essential medical supplies to ensure smooth operations at the facility. Residents of West Sabatia welcomed the development, expressing hope that the dispensary will relieve pressure on nearby health centers and improve healthcare delivery in the area.
Mulele Dispensary is the latest in a series of health facilities established under Governor Ottichilo’s administration, reinforcing his vision for universal health coverage throughout Vihiga County.