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DSS seals Plateau clinic over patient’s death

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3 months ago

May 5, 2024

DSS seals Plateau clinic over patient’s death

The Department of State Security (DSS) has sealed off a clinic in the Unguwan Rogo Community of Jos Northern Local Government Area of Plateau State.

This follows allegations of quackery and the reported death of a patient who underwent treatment at the facility.

A woman passed away in the clinic last week after undergoing surgery purportedly performed by Mr. Lukuma Abdul. This incident triggered widespread concern and speculation regarding the qualifications and medical practices of Abdul.

While Abdul refuted the allegations, claiming that the surgery did not result in the patient’s death, community sources revealed that complaints had been filed with the state ministry of health regarding suspected quackery at the clinic.

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According to Sadis Muhammad Albasu, a member of the community, the clinic was sealed due to concerns over Abdul’s lack of proper medical credentials. Allegations suggest that Abdul, who is not a qualified medical doctor, has been performing surgical procedures without the necessary qualifications.

The intervention by the DSS came in response to community members’ complaints, highlighting the gravity of the situation and the need for regulatory action to address concerns regarding the clinic’s practices.

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Kano bakers summoned over bread price hike

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2 hours ago

July 26, 2024

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Kano bakers summoned over bread price hike

Muhyi Magaji Rimin Gado, Chairman of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC), summoned flour dealers from Singer Market and the chairman of the bakers’ association over what he described as an arbitrary bread price increase in the state.

He issued a stern warning to the state’s bakers against arbitrary bread price increases.

Rimin Gado reported that the commission has received numerous consumer complaints about high bread prices, despite a decrease in flour costs.

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The price of flour, a key ingredient in bread production, has dropped to around N63,000 from N70,000.

At a press briefing in Kano, Rimin Gado stressed that the PCACC has a dual mandate; combating corruption and serving as an ombudsman. He stated that it will not remain passive in the face of unjustified price hikes on essential goods.

“We have been monitoring price increases for essential items and investigating whether these increases are justified. We are also identifying those responsible for any arbitrary price hikes,” Rimin Gado explained.

He assured that the commission will take necessary legal actions to address the rising cost of bread.

Kano bakers summoned over bread price hike

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Abducted Edo pastor regains freedom, police kill kidnapper

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3 hours ago

July 26, 2024

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Edo Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Chidi Nwabuzor

Abducted Edo pastor regains freedom, police kill kidnapper

The Edo State Police Command on Thursday confirmed the rescue of the abducted pastor, Solomon Ativiel, in Benin, the state capital.

The command’s spokesperson, Chidi Nwabuzor, who confirmed this to our correspondent, said that one suspected kidnapper was killed while two others were injured during the rescue operation which was carried out on Tuesday.

Nwabuzor also said the suspects were transferred to the state police command headquarters on Wednesday.

“I can confirm to you that the pastor has been rescued while one of the suspected kidnappers was neutralised during the rescue operation.

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“The other suspects have been transferred to the state force headquarters and an investigation is ongoing,” Nwabuzor added.

A source familiar with the case who pleaded anonymity, in an interview with our correspondent, said, “The victim, Pastor Solomon Ativiel was kidnapped by a seven-man kidnapping gang in his farm at Urhobo Camp of Iguelaiho Community in Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State.

‘The victim was returning from his farm on Monday evening when the suspected kidnappers accosted him and whisked him away.

“The victim was taken through Igben waterways when community youths including hunters and vigilantes blocked the waterways with a larger boat and gun battle ensued between them and the community youths.”

Abducted Edo pastor regains freedom, police kill kidnapper

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Man impregnates 16-year-old sister-in-law in Anambra

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4 hours ago

July 26, 2024

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Man impregnates 16-year-old sister-in-law in Anambra

A 41-year-old man, identified as Nwalobi Fredrick, has been arrested for allegedly impregnating his 16-year-old sister-in-law(name withheld) in Ekwulobia, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Nwalobi, an artisan who hails from Ebonyi State, was arrested by security operatives on Thursday, after the family of the girl reported the incident at the office of the Anambra State Ministry of Women and Social Welfare in Awka.

The suspect, who was said to be newly remarried in April after the death of his first wife, blamed the devil for his action.

This development was disclosed in a statement on Thursday by Chidinmma Ikeanyionwu, the media aide to the Anambra State Commissioner for Women and Social Welfare, Ify Obinabo.

When interrogated, the suspect said he didn’t have money to take care of the girl since he now had his own family.

The statement read, “During interrogation, the 16-year-old girl revealed that the incident started in late January when she was brought to be kept in the custody of her in-law to enable her to finish her secondary education since the demise of her mother.

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“She explained that it was just a day after settling in his house that Mr. Nwalobi first had carnal knowledge of her and ever since, has been having his way with her body.