A Bill for an Act to provide for the protection of persons who render reasonable assistance during emergency situations has passed the second reading in the House of Representatives.


The Bill titled Good Samaritan Act 2016" was sponsored by Hon. Babajimi Benson representing Ikorodu federal constituency of Lagos State during Thursday plenary session.
The Bill seeks to give citizens the ability to help one another in emergency situations by rendering emergency care without the worry of being sued.
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Explaining further, Hon. Benson said the bill entails that If an individual voluntarily and in good faith attempts to provide assistance to another individual involved in an emergency situation, such person will not be held liable for any damage that arises from providing such care.
Contributors on the Bill all spoke in its favour
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The Bill specifically applies to any area outside the confines of a hospital or other facility having appropriate healthcare facilities and equipment, including the office of a person who practice  medicine.
Following the Bill's unanimous adoption by the House, it was therefore referred to committees on Police Affairs and Justice for further input.

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