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Family lauds Edo govt for rescuing mentally ill woman
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Family lauds Edo govt for rescuing mentally ill woman

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • The Edo State Government has intervened to rehabilitate Evbu Eguasa, a woman who had lived with mental health challenges for about 16 years.
  • Her family expressed gratitude for the government's support, citing financial constraints that previously hindered her treatment.
  • The ministry pledged continued support for Ms. Eguasa's rehabilitation and reintegration into society, emphasizing the state's commitment to vulnerable persons.

The Edo State Government's intervention in the rehabilitation of Evbu Eguasa, a woman who had faced mental health challenges for approximately 16 years, has been met with significant gratitude from her family. Lugard Eguasa, speaking for the family, highlighted the long-standing efforts to secure treatment for his sister, which were consistently hampered by financial limitations and other obstacles.

We appreciate the Edo Government for coming to our aid. We are hopeful that with the care she is receiving, she will recover and be reintegrated into society.

— Lugard EguasaSpeaking on behalf of the family, Lugard Eguasa expressed gratitude for the government's intervention and hope for his sister's recovery.

During a visit to the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, the family lauded Governor Monday Okpebholo and Commissioner Eugenia Abdallah for facilitating the crucial intervention. Ms. Eguasa, born in 1964, had lived in Italy for years before returning to Nigeria under difficult circumstances. Her mental health struggles reportedly began around 16 years ago, following a series of traumatic experiences, including separation from her daughter.

We are hopeful that with the care she is receiving, she will recover and be reintegrated into society.

— Lugard EguasaLugard Eguasa conveyed the family's optimism regarding his sister's recovery and societal reintegration due to the ongoing care.

Commissioner Abdallah assured the family of the ministry's ongoing commitment to monitoring Ms. Eguasa's progress and providing necessary support throughout her rehabilitation. She reiterated the state government's dedication to safeguarding vulnerable individuals and assisting those unable to care for themselves. Social welfare officer Ediagbonya Clarice added that the government focuses on assessing affected individuals and offering tailored rehabilitation services, encouraging family collaboration for successful reintegration.

We are hopeful that with the care she is receiving, she will recover and be reintegrated into society.

— Lugard EguasaLugard Eguasa expressed the family's hope for his sister's recovery and reintegration into society.

Ms. Eguasa was rescued by the state government on July 13, following information about her condition, and her rehabilitation program commenced thereafter. The ministry also noted that recovered individuals can access empowerment programs to promote self-reliance. Officials expressed concern over the rising mental health challenges among young people, partly attributed to substance abuse, and urged increased attention to youth well-being and prompt help-seeking.

We appreciate the Edo Government for coming to our aid.

— Lugard EguasaLugard Eguasa thanked the Edo State Government for their assistance in his sister's rehabilitation.
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