Soludo’s wife celebrates discharge of brutalised 10-year-old boy from Anambra hospital

The First Lady of Anambra State, Dr. Nonye Soludo, expressed profound joy and relief as a 10-year-old boy, Chiziterem, allegedly brutalized by his guardians, was discharged from the hospital after a full recovery. The boy had been under state protection since June, following the emergence of a viral video that depicted severe injuries and burns inflicted upon him.

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My heart is filled with immense gratitude as Chiziterem leaves the hospital today fully healed. His journey reminds us that kindness, compassion, and collective love can restore hope even in the most difficult situations.

Chiziterem's ordeal gained widespread attention after the video circulated on social media, prompting immediate intervention from the governor's wife. Soludo took custody of the child, committing to his comprehensive rehabilitation and recovery. Throughout his hospital stay, she made regular visits, ensuring he received specialized medical, psychological, and emotional support crucial for his healing and reintegration into society.

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I sincerely thank everyone who was touched by his story; those who visited him, prayed for him, sent gifts, offered words of encouragement, and stood with his family throughout this period. Your generosity and empathy truly made a real difference.

In a statement released on Saturday, Soludo shared her excitement about Chiziterem's recovery, extending gratitude to all who were moved by his story. She highlighted the impact of their collective generosity and empathy, which she believes significantly contributed to his swift healing and stability. "My heart is filled with immense gratitude as Chiziterem leaves the hospital today fully healed," she stated, emphasizing that his journey serves as a testament to the restorative power of kindness, compassion, and collective love.

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As promised, I have taken care of all his medical bills, and we will also support his mother with the means to start a sustainable livelihood so she can provide a better future for her children.

Soludo reaffirmed her commitment to supporting Chiziterem and his family, announcing that all medical expenses have been covered. Furthermore, she pledged to assist his mother with establishing a sustainable livelihood, aiming to provide a better future for her children. "May Chiziterem’s recovery keep reminding us that every act of kindness has the power to change a life forever. God bless you all," she concluded, underscoring the enduring message of hope and the transformative potential of human empathy.

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May Chiziterem’s recovery keep reminding us that every act of kindness has the power to change a life forever. God bless you all.