Senator Neda Imasuen advocates caution among traditional birth attendants during delivery

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Benin City — Senator Neda Imasuen, representing Edo South Senatorial District, has emphasized the importance of traditional birth attendants exercising caution during deliveries to minimize risks to mothers and newborns.

The senator made this statement at a three-day training session for traditional birth attendants from Ovia North East and Ovia South West Local Government Areas of Edo State, held at the NUJ Press Centre in Benin City.

The training, organized at the instance of Senator Imasuen, aimed to equip traditional birth attendants with critical skills for safe delivery practices. Participants were also urged to promptly refer patients to hospitals in cases of complications.

Senator Imasuen noted that the training program would be continuous and called on the Primary Health Care Development Agency to play a significant role in sustaining such initiatives. He encouraged participants to pay close attention to the lessons and apply the knowledge in their practice.

Edo State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cyril Adams Oshiomhole, underscored the vital role traditional birth attendants play, particularly in rural areas with limited access to medical facilities. He emphasized the need for them to acquire modern skills to improve maternal and neonatal health outcomes.

Guest speaker Dr. Marveson Ima Obasogie, Director of Primary Health Care in Edo State, highlighted the importance of government support for traditional birth attendants, recognizing them as first responders in many cases.

The training program, themed "Role of Traditional Birth Attendants in Early Pregnancy Care and Referral Mechanisms," focused on enhancing the participants’ understanding of early pregnancy care and the importance of timely hospital referrals.

The initiative is expected to improve maternal health outcomes in rural communities across Edo State.

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