The Secretary to Anambra State Government, Professor Solo Chukwulobelu has led Anambra State Government’s high powered delegation to begin visits of the victims of last Friday’s road crashes at Akwata Junction Awka.
Members of the team include the Commissioners for Information and Public Enlightenment, Mr. C-Don Adinuba, Transport, Mr. Afam Mbanefo and Health, Dr. Vincent Okpala represented at the visit by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. Simeon Onyemaechi.
Correspondent, David Okpokwasili reports that Mr. Cosmas Okafor, the owner of the cow involved in the accident also joined in the visit to extend his sympathy to the victims of the accident.
One of victims visited by the team was Engineer Azụbuike Obinegbo, who sustained head injuries from the accident and receiving treatment at Rock Foundation Hospital Awka.
According to Dr. Chukwudi Njelita, the medical doctor, who led the government team round the hospital, Engineer Obinegbo showed fast paced recovery and will be discharged yesterday.
Speaking, Professor Chukwulobelu explained that the visit is a continuous process and is being carried out on the order of Governor Willie Obiano which on completion, they will report back to him.
Professor Chukwulobelu used the opportunity to urge truck drivers, cattle owners and other businesses to explore different insurance packages to cover their businesses and protect them at such unforeseen circumstances.
On their parts, Mr. Adinuba and Mr. Mbanefo said the visit will show governments commitment to alleviate the plight of the victims of the road crashes .
The victim, Engineer Obinegbo narrated his account of the unfortunate incident while Mr. Okafor, who happens to be a former treasurer of Anambra State Butchers Association, prayed for the quick recovery of all the victims of the accident and the peaceful repose of those that lost their lives.
Recall that the Anambra State Government in a press statement released last Saturday, promised to offset the medical bills incurred by the victims.
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