More than 145 retired pastors from the Assemblies of God Church and their spouses benefited from the third free health screening programme organised by the Lordina Foundation on Friday, June 6, 2025.
The quarterly initiative, held at the Ringway branch in Accra, provided essential health consultations and free medication to support the retirees’ well-being.
First Lady Mrs. Lordina Dramani Mahama launched the initiative following a pledge she made during a church event in September 2024. The screening featured specialists including urologists, gynecologists, dietitians, opticians, and general practitioners.
Participants received laboratory tests covering key health indicators such as blood sugar levels, Hepatitis B, prostate health, and certain cancers. They were also given prescribed medications.
Speaking to attendees, Mrs. Mahama said the third edition builds on the successes of the first and second screenings held in November 2024 and March 2025. She urged retirees to take full advantage of the services and to follow their prescribed medications faithfully.
She said the initiative was part of the Lordina Foundation’s effort to support individuals who have dedicated their lives to service.
She also informed beneficiaries about the upcoming Ghana Medical Trust Fund, also known as “Mahama Cares,” and encouraged those with chronic non-communicable diseases to register when it becomes operational.
She explained that the fund is designed to cater to health needs not fully covered by the National Health Insurance Scheme and will offer preventive care at the community level.
Reverend Dr. Harry Insaidoo, President of the Assemblies of God Retired Ministers and Spouses Association, expressed gratitude.
“To us, it was one of the biggest and the most exciting moments for us, as every three months, the doctors will thoroughly examine you, and thereafter, they will give you medication,” he said. “Not only that, they will also offer pieces of advice on how to live a good and healthy life.”
He thanked both Mrs. Mahama and President John Mahama, who are members of the church, describing the intervention as enormous.
Mrs. Mahama also commended the dedicated medical team for their hard work and appreciated the leadership of the Assemblies of God Church, particularly Reverend Benjamin Teye Tettey, Head Pastor of the Ringway Gospel Centre, for graciously providing the venue for the quarterly clinics.
