Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has directed the management of the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti, to provide comprehensive medical screening and treatment for victims recently rescued from captivity following the Eda Oniyo kidnap incident.
The Governor also instructed the State Ministry of Health and Human Services to oversee the welfare and wellbeing of the victims, with the state government assuming full responsibility for all medical expenses incurred during their treatment.
According to a statement issued on Saturday by the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Mr Olayinka Oyebode, the rescued victims are currently receiving medical care at EKSUTH and will remain under observation until they are certified medically fit to reunite with their families.
Oyebanji expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his support and commitment to ensuring the safe rescue of the victims.
He also commended the heads of security agencies in the state, the Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers, leaders of the Eda Oniyo community, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Ekiti State chapter, and other stakeholders for their collective efforts that culminated in the successful rescue operation.
The Governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting lives and property across the state and urged those politicising the unfortunate incident on social media to desist.
He called on residents to support the government’s efforts in strengthening security and building a safer and more prosperous Ekiti State.
Oyebanji also extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of one of the victims who lost his life while in captivity.
