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 Posted - 19 Sep 2007 : 21:19:20
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1981 Coup Victim Capacitated
By Yaya Bajo
Mr. Saineyba Saho, a victim of the 1981 abortive coup, was last Sunday presented with a key to a Foundation Project called “Prof. MAYBE FOUNDATION” at a colourful ceremony held at his residence in Latrikunda Sabiji.
Mr. Saho who has since became physically disabled as a result of the gun shot wound he sustained during the incident, got the support from one Professor Maybe, who was at one time working as a medical practitioner with MRC in The Gambia foiled plot. The project which cost about D170, 000 comprised a dwelling house with toilet facilities, a workshop apartment and a book shop geared towards generating income for Saho’s sustenance.
Speaking at the ceremony, Madam Sister Thomas, a representative from MRC, recollected the events of 1981 that led to Saineyba’s present situation. Madam Thomas recalled that she met Saineyba at MRC ward 25 years ago when he (Saineyba) was admitted there and that was where they established a bond of friendship. She spoke about the consequence of conflict, noting that Saineyba would have become something else had he not being a victim of a conflict. She thanked Professor Maybe for his invaluable support to Saineyba. Despite the fact that he is no longer in the country.
Sainey Camara, a physiotherapist at Social Welfare, described Sanieyba as an understanding client. He said Saineyba always accepts the therapies given to him, adding that he is somebody who has accepted his disability condition in good faith. He said for them at Social Welfare, they give empathy not sympathy to their clients. He added that Saineyba is on the verge of becoming independent; thanks to the functional rehabilitation he has been undergoing. He finally encourage him to keep up the momentum.
For his part, Mr. Saineyba Saho, compassionately thanked all and sundry for continuously supporting him since he became disabled in 1981. He singled out the contributions of Professor Maybe, Sister Thomas and other MRC Staff. He further commended Professor Maybe for financing his overseas treatment package at a tune of D300,000. He said his condition has greatly improved; thanks to Professor Maybe, MRC Staff, Social Welfare and Emamous Foundation.
Other speakers included Mr. Gabou Jarju, head of the Disability Unit at the Social Welfare Department, and Mr. Marong of Emamous Foundation. The occasion was moderated by Musa Jobarteh.
Source: Foroyaa Newspaper Burning Issue
Issue No. 110/2007, 19 -20 September 2007
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