Ogun police help bereaved mother cancel surgery debt
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In Ogun State, Nigeria, police officers assisted Precious Mathew with a N300,000 hospital debt following the death of her baby after a Caesarean section.
Mathew visited the Owode-Yewa Police Division on Sunday to seek help with the outstanding bill from Longe Hospital Medical Centre. The total hospital bill reached N400,000, and she had already paid N100,000. Commissioner of Police Olubode Bode Ojajuni learned of Mathew’s situation and spoke with Dr. Babanki Samuel, the medical doctor at the hospital, requesting compassion.
Dr. Samuel responded by cancelling the remaining N300,000, relieving Mathew of the financial burden during a difficult time. The Ogun State Police Command emphasized that they aimed to resolve the issue through dialogue and compassion, rather than confrontation. They highlighted Dr. Samuel’s generosity and noted the case demonstrated how police can help peacefully resolve disputes and provide support to community members.
The police stated this intervention showed the importance of compassionate solutions when people face hardship, particularly after experiencing a loss. They affirmed their role in mediating issues brought to their divisions and fostering peaceful resolutions.
