Ondo church attack: NMA calls on Nigerians to donate blood to the injured

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has urged Nigerians to donate blood to injured victims of St. Francis catholic church Owo, Ondo State attack who are currently in the hospital.

The NMA stated this in a statement signed by its president, Dr Uche Ojinmah on Sunday.

Armed men during Sunday service stormed the Catholic Church and fired worshipers, killing many and leaving some injured.

While commiserating with the state government and families of those who lost their lives, the Medical Association charged doctors to ensure that they are fully involved in the treatment of the injured.

The statement reads, “The Nigerian Medical Association received with sadness the news of the wanton killing of innocent Nigerians and abduction of some citizens at Owo in Ondo State by yet to be identified Gunmen.

“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.

“The NMA hereby calls for quick intervention by our 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.

“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.

“Let’s all join hands to build a safe and secure Nigeria”.