Osun election violence committee opens relief claims for victims
Victims of election-related violence in Osun State have been urged to submit their claims for possible assistance from the state’s N500 million relief fund. The appeal was made by the Chairman of the Osun State Election Violence Relief Committee and Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Adewale Egbedun, during the committee’s inaugural meeting on Thursday. […] Osun election violence committee…
The Osun State Election Violence Relief Committee has launched a call for victims of election-related violence to submit their claims for potential aid from the state's N500 million relief fund. The committee's Chairman and Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Adewale Egbedun, announced this during the committee's inaugural meeting on Thursday.
Egbedun stated that the committee has already begun reviewing and collating complaints already received and has opened the door for additional affected individuals to present their cases for evaluation. His responsibilities encompass accepting complaints, confirming the legitimacy of claims, and ensuring the timely delivery of approved assistance to those who have suffered losses during election-related incidents.
He emphasized that the process will be carried out fairly and transparently, with decisions grounded in facts and the unique circumstances of each case. He urged individuals still receiving medical treatment in hospitals for injuries sustained during election-related violence to reach out through relatives or authorized representatives.
He also stated that the committee will collaborate with hospitals as needed to assess the health status of injured victims and determine the necessary assistance. Egbedun assured victims, their families, and medical facilities that the state government is dedicated to funding the approved cost of treatment for eligible victims. The committee's creation aims to support vulnerable families affected by the violence and provide educational opportunities for children who have lost their parents, helping to safeguard their future.
The Osun State Government had previously established the committee to verify claims arising from the election-related violence and oversee the distribution of the N500 million Election Violence Victims Relief Endowment Fund. The committee will establish genuine claims through a transparent verification process before distributing relief to eligible beneficiaries.
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