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Monrovia, Liberia – Mrs. Nancy Scott, the mother of Theophilus P. Scott, a dedicated Liberian student pursuing his Bachelor’s degree in Rwanda, has issued an impassioned appeal to the Government of Liberia and the international community for urgent assistance to save her son’s life. Theophilus, 23 years old and a senior student at a Rwandan University, was suddenly struck by a severe illness, compelling his mother to reach out for help.
Speaking with an air of desperation at her residence on 16 Street, Mrs. Scott shared her family’s story with The People’s News. She expressed the critical condition her son is facing and the dire need for financial support to cover the substantial medical expenses. Mrs. Scott is engaged in the sale of “cookboard” to sustain her family’s daily needs, particularly as her husband is currently unemployed.
In 2020, Theophilus Scott set out on his educational journey in Rwanda with the goal of advancing his studies. Late Friday evening, Mrs. Scott received a distressing call from Rwanda informing her that her son had fallen seriously ill and had been rushed to a local hospital by a guardian he relied upon in the country.
Mrs. Scott recounted that Rwandan medical professionals have diagnosed Theophilus with kidney failure, a dire condition requiring immediate medical intervention to avert potentially fatal consequences. The urgency of the situation has left her family grappling with a substantial medical bill totaling four thousand United States dollars (USD $4,000), a sum that must be settled promptly to initiate her son’s life-saving treatment. “I am earnestly appealing to the compassion of individuals within and beyond Liberia to please come forward and assist me in expeditiously covering my son’s hospital expenses,” Mrs. Scott implored with tears in her eyes. She provided the following contact numbers, urging those willing to contribute to reach out: +231886852894 and +231881310676
Theophilus Scott’s plight illustrates the challenging circumstances faced by families when unforeseen medical emergencies strike while they grapple with financial constraints.The unforeseen medical emergencies strike while they grapple with financial constraints. The urgency of his condition underscores the pressing need for timely support to ensure access to critical medical care. In her fervent plea, Mrs. Scott stands as a testament to the power of community, empathy, and solidarity.
As the Liberian government and concerned individuals rally to offer aid, her story serves as a reminder of the potential to transform lives through acts of generosity. Theophilus’ battle against kidney failure now resonates beyond Rwanda, reaching the hearts of those ready to extend a helping hand to a student and his family in their time of greatest need
By: Moses Gwee Jr.
