The Board of Directors of Lira Regional Referral Hospital (LRRH) has expressed strong satisfaction with the quality and progress of ongoing infrastructure developments, as the institution prepares to close the 2025/2026 Financial Year and set strategic priorities for the year ahead.
Led by Board Chairperson Dr. Fred Nyankori, the Board conducted a comprehensive inspection tour on Friday, June 19, 2026, assessing key capital projects that are expected to significantly enhance service delivery and patient experience at the region's premier healthcare facility. The inspection was part of the Board's Fourth Quarterly Meeting, which also served as the final governance session for the current financial year.
Among the projects inspected, the rehabilitation of a section of Police Road within the hospital premises stood out, currently standing at 85 percent completion. The road is being upgraded with heavy-duty pavers and is slated to receive street lighting, aimed at improving both accessibility and safety for patients, staff, and visitors alike.
The Board also reviewed:The completed renovation of the Eye Unit, now fully operational,The expansion of the Private Wing Outpatient Department (OPD) , which has reached 98 percent completion,The rehabilitation of the Isolation Ward designated for infectious diseases,The successful completion of canopies along major pedestrian walkways, providing shelter and comfort for patients navigating the hospital grounds.
Speaking shortly after the tour, Dr. Fred Nyankori praised the visible transformation unfolding at the hospital and reaffirmed the Board's commitment to oversight and quality assurance.
“We have inspected the ongoing works and are greatly impressed by the quality and pace of implementation. The transformation taking place at Lira Regional Referral Hospital is evident, and these investments will significantly improve the environment for both patients and healthcare workers,” said Dr. Nyankori.
He further revealed that the Board has already identified several strategic priorities for the upcoming 2026/2027 Financial Year. These include a comprehensive review of the hospital's 10-year Master Plan to accommodate the construction of a modern ward complex, renovation of existing wards, and expansion of canopy coverage to all pedestrian walkways. These initiatives are aimed at supporting the hospital's growing service demands and positioning it for future healthcare challenges.
The Hospital Director, Dr. Andrew Odur, thanked the Board for its strategic leadership and reiterated management's dedication to ensuring timely completion and effective utilization of all development projects.
Dr. Odur noted that the hospital's immediate focus is on consolidating the gains achieved over the past financial year. He emphasized the importance of fully absorbing the UGX 6 billion wage allocation to facilitate staff recruitment and operationalize specialized services.
“Our focus now is to consolidate these achievements by ensuring full utilization of the UGX 6 billion wage bill to recruit the required human resources and operationalize specialized services. We are committed to ensuring that critical units such as the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Dialysis Centre, CT Scan Services, and the Regional Ambulance Call and Dispatch Centre operate efficiently and seamlessly for the benefit of the population we serve,” Dr. Odur stated.
The Board reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to supporting initiatives that enhance healthcare infrastructure, improve patient outcomes, and cement Lira Regional Referral Hospital's position among Uganda's leading referral facilities.
With the current projects nearing completion and a clear roadmap for the future, stakeholders remain optimistic about the hospital's capacity to deliver high-quality, accessible healthcare to the people of the Lango sub-region and beyond.
