The wife of the Delta governor, Tobore Oborevwori, on Friday, extended access to medical care to hundreds of families caring for children with autism through her charity foundation, “You Matter Charity Foundation” (YMCF).

Mrs Oborevwori made the donations during the foundation’s second free medical outreach in Kiagbodo, Burutu Federal Constituency, on Friday.

She pledged to sustain her advocacy for greater inclusion of children with special needs in society.

She described the outreach as a holistic intervention extending beyond healthcare to increasing autism awareness, promoting acceptance, and restoring confidence among affected families.

Mrs Oborevwori urged Nigerians to embrace an inclusive society where children with special needs are valued, supported, and given equal opportunities to develop their abilities.

According to her, Burutu Federal Constituency became the fifth beneficiary of the initiative, which has provided healthcare services, medications, specialist attention, and assistive support to more than 520 beneficiaries.

She called for stronger partnerships with government ministries, healthcare professionals, development organisations, corporate bodies, and individuals.

She said this would help expand access to care for children with autism and other special needs.

Mrs Oborevwori appreciated the support of the Burutu Local Government chairman, traditional rulers, community leaders, volunteers, and the state ministry of health toward the success of the outreach.

She encouraged parents and caregivers to embrace early intervention, medical care, and quality education, stressing that timely support could significantly improve children’s lives and development.

The state commissioner for health, Joseph Onojaeme, commended the foundation for complementing government efforts to improve healthcare delivery through humanitarian interventions.

The director-general of the foundation, Lawrentta Ogbedo, reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to sustaining support for children living with autism and other special needs across Delta State.

The chairman of Burutu Local Government Council, Julius Takeme, and the commissioner for housing, Godknows Angele, praised Mrs Oborevwori’s humanitarian efforts and commitment to vulnerable groups.

They pledged the continued support of the people of Burutu Federal Constituency toward achieving the objectives of the charity initiative.

The outreach featured health talks, medical consultations, screenings, counselling, treatment, and the free distribution of prescribed medications.

The highlight of the event was Mrs Oborevwori’s donation of N5 million to support a 20-year-old girl requiring urgent hip replacement surgery.

Wheelchairs, educational assistive devices, food items, and other essential materials were also distributed to families benefiting from the intervention.

Beneficiaries and caregivers expressed appreciation to Mrs Oborevwori, describing the programme as timely, life-changing, and a reminder that vulnerable families deserve support. 

(NAN)