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Osun State to Provide Free Artificial Limbs for 1,000 Amputees

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Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Osun State Government is launching a program to provide free artificial limbs to 1,000 amputees.
  • This initiative, spearheaded by Governor Ademola Adeleke, aligns with the state's new law protecting the rights of persons with disabilities.
  • A measurement and assessment camp will be held from May 7-9, 2026, with fittings scheduled for the following month.

In a landmark humanitarian effort, the Osun State Government under Governor Ademola Adeleke is set to provide free artificial limbs to 1,000 amputees, marking a significant step forward in inclusive governance and healthcare access for vulnerable residents.

The first phase, the Measurement and Assessment Camp, runs from May 7-9, 2026, at SOB Conference and Events Center starting 7:30 a.m. daily.

— Kamil AransiAnnouncing the schedule for the initial phase of the artificial limb provision program.

This initiative is a direct manifestation of the Osun State Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Law, 2024, which Governor Adeleke assented to on June 10, 2024. The law guarantees crucial rights and benefits, including free health insurance, for persons with disabilities, underscoring the administration's commitment to their well-being.

Beneficiaries will receive detailed medical assessments to determine the prosthetic limb best suited to their needs.

— Kamil AransiExplaining the process during the assessment camp.

Kamil Aransi, the Special Adviser on Special Needs to the Governor, announced that this program is unprecedented in the state's history. The provision of artificial limbs is expected to restore not only mobility but also dignity to the beneficiaries, empowering them to reintegrate fully into society and lead more fulfilling lives.

This intervention aligns with our broader agenda to strengthen support systems for persons living with disabilities.

— Kamil AransiConnecting the artificial limb initiative to the government's larger goals for disability support.

The first phase, a Measurement and Assessment Camp, is scheduled from May 7-9, 2026, at the SOB Conference and Events Center. Accredited professionals will conduct detailed medical assessments to ensure each beneficiary receives a prosthetic limb perfectly suited to their individual needs. This meticulous approach highlights the government's dedication to quality and effectiveness in its service delivery.

The initiative also complements ongoing reforms to expand healthcare access, promote dignity, and ensure vulnerable residents are not left behind.

— Kamil AransiHighlighting how the program fits into the government's wider healthcare and social inclusion agenda.
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Originally published by ThisDay in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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