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Doctors Demand Action: Protest for Abducted Colleague and Medical Students

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Doctors Demand Action: Protest for Abducted Colleague and Medical Students

On Monday, the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) of Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OOUTH), Sagamu, took to the streets in a peaceful demonstration demanding the release of their kidnapped colleague, Dr. Ganiyat Popoola. Dr. Popoola, who was abducted in late December last year in Kaduna State, has yet to be freed, sparking urgent calls for action from the medical community.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The protest, led by ARD President Olusola Monehin, saw members marching around the hospital, chanting for the unconditional and safe return of Dr. Popoola and her seven-year-old nephew. Dr. Popoola, a registrar in the Department of Ophthalmology at the National Eye Centre, Kaduna, was taken alongside her husband and nephew. While her husband was released in March, Dr. Popoola and her nephew remain in captivity.

During the demonstration, the doctors displayed banners and placards with messages such as “FG must help bring back Dr Ganiyat Popoola,” “We demand the release of Dr Popoola now,” and “The security agencies should help free Dr Popoola.” The protest aimed to intensify pressure on the federal government to act swiftly.

Monehin expressed the urgency of the situation, stating, “All we are saying is that the Federal Government should deploy all the resources at their disposal to set free Dr Ganiyat Popoola. This is a mother of five, including a six-month-old baby at the time of her abduction. She has dedicated herself to providing quality healthcare in the country, and it is unacceptable that she has been missing for over seven months.”

The situation has been compounded by a recent incident where 20 medical students from the University of Jos and Maiduguri were abducted along the Otukpa-Otukpo-Enugu Road in Benue State. Monehin highlighted this as evidence of worsening insecurity, urging the authorities to intensify efforts to rescue all those in captivity.

Additionally, the doctors’ strike over payment disparities in the state has continued, with Monehin calling on influential indigenes to pressure Governor Dapo to meet their demands. The ARD is seeking an upward review of their CONMESS salary structure, emphasizing that the disparity in remuneration between state and federal doctors is driving many to seek opportunities abroad—a trend known locally as “japa syndrome.”

Monehin criticized the current negotiations with the government, stating, “We are engaged in ongoing discussions, but they have not been fruitful. While the government talks about minimum wage, our primary demand is a review of our salary structure. This issue must be addressed urgently to prevent further exodus of healthcare professionals.”

The immediate past state Chairman of the Nigeria Medical Association, Kunle Ashimi, had previously called for an indefinite strike on August 3, highlighting the state government’s failure to address the CONMESS review.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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‘Bala Mohammed Is The Incoming Senate President’ – Makinde Makes Stunning Claim.

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The presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Seyi Makinde, has predicted that Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed will become Nigeria’s next Senate President if the party wins the 2027 general election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Makinde made the declaration on Thursday during the APM South-West town hall meeting in Akure, the Ondo State capital.

He expressed confidence that the party would secure a sweeping victory in the 2027 polls, describing its agenda as a plan to reset the country.

Makinde made the prediction after Mohammed was introduced at the gathering and described as an incoming senator.

Speaking at the event, the APM presidential candidate said, “Well, APM is going to win this election overwhelmingly because this is the reset agenda being put before Nigerians, so I dare to say that my national leader is the incoming Senate President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”

He urged Nigerians to listen to the party’s message and support its proposed agenda ahead of the 2027 elections.

Makinde also discussed the qualities he believes Nigerians should consider when choosing their next president, arguing that physical energy and the ability to tackle national challenges should take precedence over age.

According to him, the next president must possess the stamina to work long hours and respond effectively to the country’s pressing problems.

He stated, “While I will not make age an issue in this campaign, I will make energy, having energy, being able to stay up late to deal with the challenges we face as a country.”

Makinde further challenged presidential candidates to demonstrate their physical fitness, urging voters to consider their capacity to handle the demands of the presidency.

“So please, when they bring their presidential candidates, let the candidates be able to jump, and if they can do that, vote for them,” he added.

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