Owo: NMA encourages Nigerians to donate blood to save lives

By Gloria Essien

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The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), is encouraging Nigerians, in and around Osun state, to donate blood to save the lives of injured person’s in the Sunday massacre In the state.

The President, Nigerian Medical Association, Dr Uche Ojinmah, who made the call in a statement also expressed sadness over the wanton killing of innocent Nigerians and abduction of some citizens at Owo in Ondo State by yet to be identified Gunmen.

“We appeal to Nigerians in the affected area of Ondo State to kindly go to the hospitals where the injured are being treated to donate blood to save lives.

“We call on all doctors in Ondo State and the environs to mobilize themselves to participate in the treatment of the injured. NMA also calls for the release in good health of those abducted,” the NMA said.

The NMA also calls for quick intervention by the Governments and security agencies to protect the lives and properties of Nigerians in every part of this nation.

The Nigerian Medical Association commiserates with the Government and good people of Ondo State over the loss of lives and prays for the quick recovery of those injured.

“The recurrent shedding of innocent blood in our dear country has been going on for far too long and it is the position of the Nigerian Medical Association that explanations, condemnations and reassurances are no longer comforting,” he said.

The statement urges all Nigerians to all join hands to build a safe and secure Nigeria.

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