…Statewide Health Intervention Programme to Begin Soon
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has stepped in to assist a family held at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) due to unpaid medical bills, covering the outstanding costs and securing their release.
During a visit to the mother and her newborn at UBTH, the governor represented by his Special Adviser on Health Matters, Precious Ogboru, and Executive Assistant, James Iorkusah, reaffirmed the state government’s dedication to protecting the health and welfare of its citizens, particularly the most vulnerable.
Governor Okpebholo stressed that his administration prioritizes the well-being of Edo residents, assuring that health intervention initiatives will soon be rolled out across the state to assist low-income individuals facing similar hardships.
“This intervention aligns with the SHINE transformational agenda of the present administration,” said Ogboru. “The governor, upon learning about the case, immediately instructed us to ensure the medical bills were paid first thing this morning. This gesture reflects the compassionate leadership that defines Senator Monday Okpebholo’s administration.”
He further revealed that plans are underway to roll out a comprehensive, state-wide health support initiative targeting indigent citizens, adding that some beneficiaries are already being attended to even ahead of the formal launch.
The affected family, led by Mr. Innocent Akpan, expressed deep appreciation to the governor for the timely intervention. According to Akpan, his wife, Mercy Bassy, and their newborn had been detained for over two weeks due to unpaid medical bills.
“I am overwhelmed with joy. For the past two weeks, my wife and baby have been held here because we couldn’t afford the hospital fees,” he said. “Today, thanks to the generosity of the governor, we are going home free. God bless him.”
Dr. Joshua Uwaila, Head of Public Relations and Protocol at UBTH, also commended the governor’s prompt action, describing it as a true demonstration of compassion and responsive leadership.
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