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Police arrest hospital manager over Rivers graduate’s death

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Police arrest hospital manager over Rivers graduate’s death

The manager of Paragon Clinics and Imaging Diagnosis, a private medical institution situated along Stadium Road in Port Harcourt, the state capital, has been verified to have been arrested by the Rivers State Police Command.

Following the report of the death of Rebekah Sekidika, a first-class Micro Biology graduate from Benson Idahosa University, Benin City, Edo State, at the hospital, the police stated the arrest was a part of an investigation.

Sampson Sekidika, the deceased’s father, informed PUNCH Metro that his daughter passed away on February 2, 2024, in the hospital during a treatment.

Sekidika blamed the people who carried out the surgery on his daughter, 24, claiming that she wasn’t in need of surgery.

He noted that he drove Rebekah to the facility stating that he insisted that she was healthy and without any medical condition but needed to carry out a text following delayed menstruation before embarking on a foreign trip.

“The complaint was that she had not seen her period for a while. So, she needed to know why it was so. When she had the clinical visit, they subjected her to some tests, including a pregnancy test which came out to be all negative.

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“But they told her to see a specialist to be sure. On the day of the appointment, they took her into the theatre and gave her an anaesthetic for a simple procedure that didn’t require surgery where she developed complications and died.

“She (Rebekah) was supposed to travel to the United Kingdom for her Masters and PhD programmes. Everything was set, flight booked, tuition paid, everything arranged, ” the distraught father told PUNCH Metro.

The spokesperson for the state police command, Grace Iringe-Koko, confirmed the arrest of the manager on Sunday.

Iringe-Koko expressed dismay that an earlier invitation by the police to the doctor and the person who administered the anaesthetic was not honoured.

She stated, “Yes I can confirm that the manager has been arrested. We have also invited the doctor and one other person as part of our investigation.

“The matter has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department for proper investigation. ”

She further said two others who were also arrested have been released because their duties at the facility have no direct link with the incident.

Police arrest hospital manager over Rivers graduate’s death

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Concern as bandits engage in drone flying skill ( + VIDEOS)

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Concern as bandits engage in drone flying skill

A recent video showcased a group of bandits displaying proficiency in operating drones. Uploaded by counter-insurgency expert ZagazOla Makama, the footage captured at least five bandits gathered on the ground.

One of the bandits skillfully manoeuvred a drone, drawing excitement and laughter from the others as they observed its flight. In the video, one bandit spoke on the drone’s ability to hover in the air, indicating a level of surprise and admiration.

The video sparked reactions from various users, raising concerns about the country’s security situation. @angel_abaji expressed worry about the implications for the fight against banditry, while @realadnantweet highlighted conspiracy theories surrounding banditry in northern Nigeria.

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@mr_stitch01 and @igwedip questioned the source of the bandits’ drones, suggesting possible sponsorship by wealthy individuals. @Godmvde pointed out the use of drones by Boko Haram for tracking Nigerian soldiers, emphasizing the need to cut off support for terrorism.

@Aminpac raised doubts about the identification of the individuals in the video as bandits, while @oil_shaeikh questioned the group’s profiling without evidence. @carliid warned against government knee-jerk regulations on drone usage, advocating for more effective tracking methods instead.

@legenduryjrini lamented the reversal of roles where bandits possess drones instead of the army, likening the situation to conflicts in other countries. @Gracepikin001 highlighted the bandits’ possible connections with external groups experienced in drone surveillance, posing a significant challenge for the military.

The video underscores growing concerns about security and the need for comprehensive strategies to address emerging threats posed by technological advancements among criminal elements.

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Six members of CAN women’s wing killed in Taraba auto crash

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Six members of CAN women’s wing killed in Taraba auto crash

A fatal road accident in Nigeria’s middle belt State of Taraba has claimed the lives of six women, authorities said on Sunday.

The victims are said to be members of the Women Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (WOWICAN), Taraba State chapter.

They met their end after an 18-seater bus conveying them lost control and somersaulted.

The victims were being conveyed from Gembu, the headquarters of the Sardauna Local Government, after attending a conference on the Mambilla Plateau when the incident happened.

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The State government confirmed the incident, describing it as heartbreaking and devastating.

In a press statement by Emmanuel Bello, a spokesperson for Governor Agbu Kefas, the state government condoled with the family of the victims, CAN leadership, WOWICAN, and the entire Christian community in the state.

The Governor described the event as a Black Sunday and stated that the circumstances of their death were regrettably tragic.

The governor pledged his administration’s continuous commitment to safer roads, especially within areas that poses great threats to lives and has directed that local government chairmen maintain existing roads with proper traffic controls, signage and basic repairs.

The statement added that he would work to minimise the sad occurrences of road mishaps occasioned by bad roads in the state

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Health worker stabbed to death in Minna

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Health worker stabbed to death in Minna

A 35-year-old health worker identified as Umar Mohammed was stabbed to death by hoodlums in Gbeganu area of Minna, Niger State capital.

Sources said the deceased, a staff of a private clinic in Minna, was returning home after attending to a patient when he ran into hoodlums fighting with dangerous weapons.

The fight was said to have broken out between hoodlums at a wedding reception in Gbeganu, during which some people were injured.

Residents said activities of hoodlums have led to disruption of peace in Minna, the state capital, in recent times.

They said areas usually affected include Kpakungu, Maitumbi, Fadikpe, Gbeganu, Soje, Obgomosho, Unguwan-Daji, Limawa, Barikin-Sale, Kwangila, among others.

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The spokesperson of the State Police Command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the incident to the Daily trust.

“On 17/5/2024 at about 2200hrs, it was reported at Kpakungu Div that there was a wedding ceremony at Gbeganu area, while some miscreants from the Area reportedly led by one Ukasha and others armed with dangerous weapons attacked a victim named Umar Mohammed 35yrs,” the PPRO said.

“The victim was inflicted with serious injury on the head, and he was rushed to Gen Hospital Minna, where he later gave up the ghost and was confirmed dead by the doctor.”

Abiodun said two suspects had been arrested, adding that effort was ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects.

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