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On December 14, 2025, a long-awaited ray of hope dawned for healthcare in Benue State as Diamond Hearts Hospital in Makurdi officially commenced CT scanning services, effectively ending the dangerous and often fatal necessity for patients to travel long distances to Abuja or Jos for critical diagnostic imaging.
For years, residents of Benue and neighboring states including Nasarawa, Taraba, Cross River, and Kogi have lived with the harsh reality that anyone requiring a CT scan had no choice but to embark on grueling four-hour road journeys. In a state with over six million people, the absence of a functional CT facility was more than an inconvenience—it was life-threatening. Stroke patients, cancer cases, and others needing urgent scans frequently deteriorated en route, some arriving in critical condition, others never making it back. Doctors were often forced to treat based on assumptions, with devastating consequences for patients, families, healthcare workers, and entire communities.
This glaring gap in the healthcare system is precisely what Diamond Hearts Hospital set out to address. After nearly two years of dedicated planning and hard work, the hospital proudly announced the launch of its state-of-the-art CT scanning services. On the very first day, three stroke patients who would typically have been referred out of state were successfully scanned right in Makurdi, receiving timely diagnoses without the risks of travel.
The hospital described this achievement as a critical step forward in healthcare delivery for Benue, reaffirming its commitment to identifying and closing persistent gaps in the system. In a heartfelt statement, Diamond Hearts expressed profound gratitude to God, its tireless team, and the numerous supporters whose contributions made this milestone possible.
For countless patients across Benue and beyond, this development means far more than the arrival of new medical equipment. It represents timely intervention, reduced suffering, preserved lives, and care delivered closer to home. No longer will families face the anguish of watching loved ones endure perilous journeys in search of basic diagnostic services that should always have been available locally.
This private-sector initiative stands as a powerful example of what focused determination can achieve in bridging healthcare disparities. As Benue marks this transformative moment, it serves as a reminder that accessible, high-quality medical care is a fundamental need—one that Diamond Hearts has now helped bring within reach for millions.
