By JOSEPH NDUNDA
Workers offload medical supplies from the Kenya government to the Somalia government following the weekend bombing which left 100 dead and hundreds injured, Tuesday October 17, 2017. /COURTESY
Nairobi, The government has delivered 11 tonnes of assorted medical supplies to Somalia government to treat victims of last weekend’s bombing.
The consignment, airlifted on Tuesday, was handed over to the country’s Minister of Health Fawziya Abikar by Kenya’s Ambassador to Somalia Lucas Tumbo.
Mogadishu mayor Thabit Mohamed was also present to receive the donation.
Tumbo condemned the attack and pledged to take 26 survivors for specialised treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital.
He said survivors who suffered spinal injuries will be airlifted for treatment at the National Spinal Injury Hospital in Nairobi.
“Today, I am here on behalf of the Kenyan government and the people of Kenya to express our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.”
“Those who did that will be brought to book and held accountable on the day of judgement,” Tumbo said.
Fawziya hailed Kenya and the leaders for the support towards victims of the October 14 bomb blast that killed over 300 and injured dozens.
The ambassador has brought us two planes carrying medicines, which are most needed following such an occurrence.”
“We thank them for the efforts as they are our brothers and neighbours,” the Minister added.
Mohamed said that the Somalia’s appeal for regional and international support in the wake of the barbaric attack have been answered.
“Every support that comes to us is important. It is a remedy to the bereaved relatives and the injured people.”
“Our hearts remain calm when you support us, and our efforts to restore our country will continue. We appreciate the Government and leadership of Kenya,” he said.
Source: The Star
