Nalerigu:The National Ambulance Service (NAS) has successfully restored two ambulances serving the communities of Nalerigu and Gambaga. One ambulance had been out of service for over two years, while the other was non-operational for nine months. This restoration is expected to enhance emergency medical response capabilities in these areas.
According to Ghana Web, the two ambulances were grounded due to mechanical issues. The ambulance based in Gambaga, part of the Nalerigu/Gambaga Constituency, was out of action for more than two years following an engine failure. It returned to service on October 12, 2026, after the engine was replaced. The second ambulance, located in Nalerigu, had been sidelined for nine months due to problems with its clutch disc and injectors. Repairs have been completed, allowing it to resume its emergency response duties.
The return of these ambulances is anticipated to relieve some of the operational pressure on emergency medical services in Nalerigu, Gambaga, and nearby communities. A functioning ambulance is crucial for providing urgent medical care in these regions.
This effort is part of NAS's Operation Restore Fleet initiative, aimed at returning grounded vehicles to service to ensure the availability and readiness of its ambulance fleet. The initiative highlights the critical importance of timely maintenance and repairs in sustaining effective emergency medical services, especially in areas where an ambulance's absence can severely impact emergency response.
With the ambulances now operational, the National Ambulance Service has reaffirmed its dedication to delivering timely, professional, and reliable pre-hospital emergency care to the residents of Nalerigu, Gambaga, and surrounding communities.