Edo: Okpebholo clears hospital bill of student hit by truck in Auchi

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has cleared the medical bill of Miss Elizabeth Obi, an accident victim who was hit by a truck in Auchi and is currently receiving treatment at the Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital in Edo State.

The governor’s gesture was conveyed by the Commissioner for Education, Dr Paddy Iyamu, when he led a government delegation to visit the accident victim, where he pledged the support of the government for her and confirmed the payment of her hospital bill.

The case of 22-year-old Miss Obi, a final-year student, was amplified by a social media advocate known as VeeyDarkMan.

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The accident was linked to a truck belonging to a popular conglomerate and occurred on 7 September 2024 at the Auchi axis of the Benin–Auchi Express Road.

She was admitted to the Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital on 11 September 2024 for medical attention.

The Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee (CMAC) of ISTH, Dr Obagaye Olakunle Michael, said the victim is responding to treatment after spending some time at the intensive care unit of the hospital but requires a laser surgery to correct the obstruction in her airway. He explained that the procedure could only be carried out in Kaduna because ISTH, Irrua, does not have the requisite equipment for such a surgery.

Dr Iyamu stated that Senator Monday Okpebholo, moved by her story, reiterated his commitment to stand by Miss Obi and all Edo students to achieve their dreams.

“Governor Monday Okpebholo’ has taken full responsibility for the victim’s medical expense which has delayed further progress, as her parents lack the financial capacity to bear it. The administration is committed to the well-being of the citizens, especially in times of distress,” he added.

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