Democracy Day Message from the Chief Medical Director, Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital Akwanga (DASH)

I, the Chief Medical Director of Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital Akwanga, Dr. Esala E. Abene, on behalf of the Governing Board, Management, and Staff of the hospital, extend our warmest greetings to the president   Ahmed Bula Tinubu , Our Amiable governor Engr. Abdullahi Sule his Deputy Dr. Emmanuel Akabe, Speaker and members of the state Assembly, the good people  of Nasarawa State and Nigeria at large on this significant occasion of Democracy Day.

Democracy is not just about the right to vote, it is about the right to live. And the right to live depends fundamentally on access to quality healthcare.

As we mark this day, I reaffirm our collective resolve at DASH Akwanga to uphold the democratic values of service, equity, and justice within our walls. Whether you are a Senior Advocate of Nigeria or a farmer, a civil servant or a student every life matters here. Our commitment is to provide compassionate, affordable, and specialist-driven care without discrimination, because democracy thrives when citizens are healthy.

Let us use this day to remember that true governance is measured by the wellbeing of the people. We, the entire team at DASH from the Governing Board to our cleaners and technicians pledge to continue working as partners in building a healthier, stronger democracy.

Happy Democracy Day, Nigeria.

Long live DASH Akwanga!

Long live Nasarawa State!

Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria!

Dr. Esala E. Abene

Chief Medical Director

Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital Akwanga (DASH)