The founder of Pro-Value Humanity Foundation, Dr Obiora
Okonkwo (Dikeora), has donated cash to the injured victims of Onitsha
fuel tanker fire disaster in Onitsha, Anambra State.
Okonkwo, who donated an undisclosed sum of money to the injured
victims when he visited them at Toronto Hospital at Upper Iweka where
they were receiving treatment, had also offered to pay the medical bills
of the patients but was told that the state government had taken care
of the expenses.
He was received at the hospital by the Medical Director/Chief
Executive Officer, Prince Dr Emeka Eze. Okonkwo commended the management
of hospital for their care and prompt response to the emergency,
treating patients without asking for money deposits.
Okonkwo also visited the Ochanja Market site of the disaster, where the
fire destroyed billions of naira worth of property (plazas, shops and
goods), telling the traders that he would provide an ambulance that
would be stationed at the market for emergency purposes, and promising
to support in any way to ensure that those who lost their wares to the
fire would return to business.
“I have seen the unfortunate desert, but I still think that we have
every reason to give glory to God, it could have been worse, considering
the magnitude of the destruction and the accident that happened close
to Toronto Hospital at Upper Iweka, which is about two kilometers away
and caused havoc in Ochanja Market,” he said.
“The only thing here and message from my observation is that we need
to fix this great city, Onitsha. Onitsha must be organised. This is one
of the biggest markets in Africa. This is the greatest source of revenue
in the state. The victims need amenities, need to be supported. Every
structure built in a public environment need to have safety precautions,
I have not seen any of them here.
“It is a mistake that has been made, it’s a human error; but moving
forward, there is need for people who are responsible for this market to
redesign this place and provide it with all it needs. We suffered
causalities both as a group and as individuals. We have gone to the
hospital and have seen those that were injured. A market like this
should have a major fire station and major fire fighting equipment and
the revenue this market provides is enough to provide it.
“I have come here in the name of my foundation which Pro-Value
Humanity Foundation, and we have come here to see the extent of the
damage and how we can bring succor for the people it affected. We have
also met with the management of the market who also need support, and
right here and now I can say that I will bring to the market management
at least an ambulance. I know there had not been an ambulance in this
place. The other intention we had, had been taken care of by other
visitors who came earlier, and from our enquires I know that an
ambulance is lacking.
“That accident could have been avoided. By my own assessment that
accident was caused by bumps on the road… I, therefore, call on the
state government to avoid further mishaps…
“I have also being briefed that a committee has been set up in the
market to bring the list and names of all those that are affected. When
that list comes up, through my foundation and myself, we will do what
we can also to support those people who have lost their wares and
property. We will join hands with other well meaning Anambrans and
corporate groups to support these people.
“I share your pains, I share your grief and I can tell you that no
matter the destruction we have seen here, no matter the losses we have
observed here, there is still the hand of God in these incidents. The
most important thing is life which is greater than wealth. With us on
your side and God, you shall raise again. Be assured that all these
structures would be rebuilt, to be stronger and better and I will
participate actively,” Okonkwo assured.
The MD said that eight victims of the fire were brought to the
hospital, while six were treated and discharged; two were still
receiving treatment, with two corpses brought to the hospital and
deposited at the morgue.
Two of the patients, Oluchukwu Ani and Blessing Egbugo, thanked
Okonkwo for his gesture and prayed that God continues to bless and
protect him as he helps those in need.
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