RESMAT Takes Centre Stage: OGSEMSAS,NEMSAS Host Stakeholders Town-Hall Meeting in Ijebu-Ode, Call 0811 200 0033


By Kehinde Odinde 

The Ogun State Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (OGSEMSAS) and the National Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (NEMSAS) have taken a significant step to improve emergency medical services in Ijebu-Ode Ogun State. The two organizations hosted a stakeholders' town-hall meeting on February 25, 2026, to promote Rural Emergency Services and Maternal Transport services (RESMAT) and educate residents on emergency response procedures.


Dr. Hassan Adelakun, State Director of OGSEMSAS, explained that the meeting aimed to educate residents on how to respond to emergency situations, particularly those involving pregnant women and children under 5 years old. He urged residents to call 0811 200 0033 for immediate assistance, emphasizing that the ambulance rescue team would be dispatched immediately to transport victims to the hospital for free emergency and medical services for 48 hours.


The RESMAT programme has already shown promising results in other parts of the state, with OGSEMSAS collaborating with Primary Health Centres to provide emergency services for pregnant women and children under 5 years old. A Closer User Group (CUG) has also been established for Primary Health Centre workers to facilitate free communication and ensure seamless coordination during emergencies.


Mrs. Olanpeleke Olufunke, NEMSAS representative, stated that the RESMAT programme was established to support vulnerable individuals and reduce financial burdens. She urged residents to share the emergency contact 0811 200 0033 with their loved ones, emphasizing that timely medical intervention is critical in saving lives.


Mrs. Florence Thompson also stated that the RESMAT programme is yielding positive results in Ijebu-Ode Local Government, with significant strides made in reducing maternal and neonatal mortality. The Ogun State MAMII programme has achieved 95% activation in MAMII Local Government Areas, with 1146 patients transported for various obstetric emergencies, including 293 cases of obstetric emergencies and 214 labour and delivery cases.


The programme has reported zero maternal and neonatal mortalities, a testament to its effectiveness and a significant milestone in the state's efforts to improve healthcare outcomes. Residents of Isiwo ward have praised the ambulance service, citing timely assistance and care.


Mr. Awoyemi Olufemi, a Community Based First Responder, stated that the ambulance service is available 24/7 and urged residents to continue calling 0811 200 0033 for emergency medical transport, emphasizing that every minute counts in emergency situations.


The Supervisor of Health, Mrs. Birisiyu Kafayat Adedayo stated that the ambulance has been saving lives and easing concerns, particularly in rural areas where access to healthcare is limited. She appreciated the efforts of NEMSAS and OGSEMSAS in making the initiative a success and urged residents to take advantage of the free ambulance services.


Dr. Abiodun Olorunsogo Oyenekan expressed profound gratitude to the Honourable Commissioner of Health, Tomi Coker, for his unwavering support to the department, and Dr. Kehinde Oladehinde, Permanent Secretary of the Ogun State Ministry of Health, for his exemplary leadership role. The launch of the RESMAT programme is a significant milestone in the state's efforts to achieve universal healthcare coverage, and it is hoped that it will inspire similar initiatives in other parts of the country, ultimately contributing to the reduction of maternal and neonatal mortality rates in Nigeria. Call 0811 200 0033 for emergencies.

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