Edo State Launches Operation to Relocate Mentally Ill from Benin City Streets
The Edo State Government has begun evacuating mentally ill individuals from major streets and public areas across Benin City. Officials say the exercise aims to improve public safety and ensure vulnerable residents gain access to proper care. Teams moved through key parts of the city to locate and transport those living on the streets. Authorities state that those affected will receive medical assessment, shelter, and rehabilitation services. The initiative has drawn mixed reactions. Some residents welcome the effort to restore order, while others question the treatment process and the availability of long-term support. The operation has reignited conversations on mental health awareness, social welfare, and government responsibility.
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