Dangote Cement Plc has pledged comprehensive medical care and compensation for Mrs. Ruth Otabor, the victim of a recent truck accident in Auchi, Edo State, involving one of the company’s vehicles.
In a statement on Thursday, the company said senior officials and its insurance team immediately visited the accident scene, met with law enforcement authorities, and later went to see the victim and her family at the Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital.
“Following the recent road accident in Auchi, Edo State, involving one of our trucks, which sadly resulted in injury to Mrs. Ruth Otabor, senior officials from Dangote Cement Plc, together with our Insurance team, promptly visited the scene, engaged with law enforcement authorities, and visited the victim and her family at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital.
“This action reflects our unwavering commitment to the well-being of those affected. We are ensuring full support for Mrs. Otabor, including comprehensive medical care and appropriate compensation, in line with Dangote Group’s welfare policy.
“Our thoughts remain with Mrs. Ruth Otabor and her loved ones, and we wish her a full and speedy recovery,” the statement read.
The accident left the victim identified as Otanor Ruth Bodom, a fresh graduate of Auchi Polytechnic with one leg amputated, while doctors warned that her other leg may also require amputation.
The Edo State Police Command confirmed that the driver, alleged to be underage and unlicensed, had been charged to court, where he pleaded guilty to three of the four counts against him. The case was adjourned to 21 August.
The motorcycle rider carrying the victim at the time of the incident is also said to be in critical condition.
