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NAS CEO Engages Jasikan MCE, Seeks Stronger Support for Emergency Care in Oti Region

29 October 2026
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The Chief Executive Officer of the National Ambulance Service (NAS), Dr. (Med) George Kojo Owusu, has paid a courtesy call on the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Jasikan, Hon. Parke-Davis Magyigbe, as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration with local authorities and improve emergency medical service delivery in the Oti Region. The engagement provided an opportunity to foster stronger ties between the Service and the Municipal Assembly, particularly in addressing the operational needs of the Jasikan Ambulance Station. During the meeting, the CEO appealed to the MCE to support efforts to secure suitable office accommodation for the Jasikan Ambulance Station. The proposed support is expected to improve the station’s working environment and enhance its operational effectiveness. Dr. Owusu also highlighted plans to expand emergency medical service coverage in the Oti Region through the introduction of additional ambulance stations and ambulances. The visit reaffirmed the importance of collaboration between NAS and Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies in addressing local operational challenges and building a more responsive emergency medical care system.