Hope Arrives in Charlie Town: Grand Bassa Leadership Kicks Off Lifesaving Clinic Project

A wave of hope and celebration swept through Charlie Town over the weekend as the local leadership of Grand Bassa County officially broke ground for the construction of a much-needed health clinic in Doegbarn Clan, District #5. Led by Grand Bassa County Superintendent Karyou Johnson and District #5 Representative Hon. Thomas Alexander Goshua II, the clinic project marks a significant milestone in improving healthcare access for residents of Charlie Town, Doegbarn, Neepue Clan, the Liberia Agricultural Company (LAC) area, and surrounding communities. The US$120,000 project is being financed through the County Social Development Fund (CSDF). County Development Officer Moses Gbenzohngar Henry, providing technical details, explained that the clinic will address longstanding medical challenges and reduce the burden of travel for basic healthcare services. “This facility will bring relief to thousands,” said Officer Henry. “It represents our collective determination to improve the lives of our people.” Superintendent Johnson lauded the leadership of Representative Goshua for his vision and consistent advocacy for development in District #5. He also expressed gratitude to President Joseph Nyumah Boakai for operationalizing the Local Government Act, which now empowers local leaders to initiate and implement community-driven development projects. “Today is the result of teamwork, patience, and people-centered governance,” Johnson stated. “I call on every citizen to treat this clinic as their own support it, protect it, and be proud of it.” Representative Goshua, deeply moved by the community’s turnout and show of support, thanked residents for their patience and unity. He commended contractor Joseph Dillon, who has already delivered initial building materials to the site, signaling the immediate start of construction. The people of Charlie Town greeted the launch with cultural pride, laying down lappas traditional cloth for their leaders to walk on, symbolizing respect and reverence. A senior elder, speaking during the ceremony, recalled the heartbreaking experiences of the past. “Our sick were carried in hammocks to Buchanan,” the elder said with tears in his eyes. “Many died before they reached help. But today, hope has finally come. This clinic will save lives.” Scheduled for completion in 2026, the new clinic will be the third health facility initiated under Hon. Goshua’s leadership in District #5, reinforcing his commitment to equitable healthcare and rural development across Grand Bassa County. With the groundbreaking now complete, the people of Charlie Town and surrounding areas look forward to a future where timely medical care is no longer a luxury, but a basic right within reach.