The Vice Presidential Candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has come to the aid of three-year-old Patnam Kantam, a boy diagnosed with a hole in the heart. On Thursday, she donated $7,500 to cover the cost of his surgery and an additional GHC5,000 to support his post-surgery care.
Kantam has been receiving treatment at the National Cardiothoracic Centre of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, with his family struggling to raise the necessary funds for the life-saving procedure. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s timely intervention has brought relief to the boy’s family and hope for his recovery.
Speaking during the presentation of the cheque and cash donation at the hospital, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang expressed optimism about the success of the procedure and commended the medical staff for their professionalism. “I feel privileged to support this cause and to witness the dedication of the staff here,” she remarked.
Dr. Kow Entsua-Mensah, Director of the National Cardiothoracic Centre, lauded the Vice Presidential Candidate for her compassion and personal involvement. “Your presence here speaks volumes about your love for children and commitment to humanity,” he noted. He assured that the surgery would be scheduled soon to correct the condition.
Patnam’s father, Mr. Abdul Majeed Kantam, expressed heartfelt gratitude to Prof. Opoku-Agyemang for her generosity and prayed for blessings upon her.
This act of kindness underscores Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals in society, showcasing her dedication to improving lives.
