Three pensioners collapse while waiting for audit team in Osun

Three pensioners collapsed while participating in the ongoing forensic audit of the state government’s active and passive workers in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State, 

The senior citizens were present at the Centre for Black Culture and International Understanding, the audit venue, awaiting the commencement of the exercise when the unfortunate incident occurred at approximately 12.45 p.m., as observed by Vanguard.

The health workers of the State Ambulance Service swiftly intervened, reviving and stabilizing the collapsed pensioners. Others who found it difficult to endure prolonged standing were seen either lying down on the floor or sitting under nearby trees outside the facility.

Dele Aina, the Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) in the state, confirmed the incident and stated he was en route to assess the situation, ensuring that adequate care is provided to all affected.

The NUP had previously urged the state government to decentralize the audit exercise for easier access by its members.

The staff audit, initially suspended by the state House of Assembly due to inhumane treatment of civil servants by the consultant, resumed after promised adjustments were made.