Dr. Bukola Saraki has undoubtedly positioned himself front and center as the primary spokesman and chief advocate of Kwara State. He has not let any opportunity to attract investment to Kwara State pass him by. Once again in faraway Seattle (United States) he has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Kwara State Association of North America, KSANG on the provision of medical facilities and equipment.

According to the terms of the MOU which was signed in Seattle, Washington State at the weekend (Saturday, July 3, 2010), the state government is expected to work within the framework of the Health Project to develop the new medical facilities in order to improve access to good health care for all Kwarans.

It is also expected to work with the KSANG health committee to provide estimated cost of upgrading existing medical facilities to a desirable standard level that will provide state-of-the-art healthcare to the people. The state government will also provide the financial resources for the upgrading of community health centres in the state and the building of new ones.

On its part, KSANG is expected to actively solicit funds for the project and organize fund raising events from US philanthropic agencies, medical organizations and business partners.

It has been clear for some time now, that the health needs of Kwara State far outstrip its resources, and it is encouraging to see private citizens partnering with the state government to meet the health needs of the state.