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Nigerian Medical Association Attributes Doctor Exodus to Rising Insecurity
Nigerian Medical Association Attributes Doctor Exodus to Rising Insecurity....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has highlighted the alarming trend of medical doctors leaving Nigeria, attributing this mass exodus primarily to the increasing insecurity in the country. During a recent press briefing in Lokoja, Kogi State, NMA Chairman Dr. Abubakar Hassan expressed deep concerns over the safety of medical personnel, who have increasingly become targets for criminal elements.
Speaking about the ongoing nationwide strike initiated by the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), Hassan noted that the deteriorating security situation has severely impacted healthcare services across Nigeria, including Kogi State. He pointed out that many cases of doctors being kidnapped remain unreported due to fear of reprisal or further insecurity.
“There are many others that are unreported. Some people have decided that they won’t use the kidnap of their colleagues to make the news for security reasons,” he stated. He emphasized the distressing reality that doctors, once healers, are now often becoming patients themselves due to injuries and trauma suffered during kidnappings.
Hassan elaborated on the situation, stating, “Imagine a doctor going out in the morning to practice, only to become a patient needing care due to abduction. This reflects the dire situation we face in Nigeria.” He added that the fear of insecurity is driving many medical professionals to seek opportunities in other countries, where they feel safer and more secure.
He referenced the “JAPA syndrome,” a term used to describe the trend of Nigerians seeking better opportunities abroad, explaining that it’s not solely about financial incentives. “Even if you were to pay someone N10,000,000 per month, if he cannot sleep with his two eyes closed, such a person cannot be guaranteed movement from his residence to the hospital to attend to patients,” he remarked.
Dr. Hassan criticized the federal government for its failure to provide adequate security, calling it a significant barrier to practicing medicine in Nigeria. He expressed optimism regarding Kogi State’s local leadership, citing Governor Ahmed Ododo’s willingness to listen to health professionals. “The Kogi state NMA under my watch will ensure that strike doesn’t become an option,” he assured.
The NMA Chairman acknowledged the ongoing NARD strike as a last resort to voice grievances over the lack of security for medical practitioners. He reiterated the importance of addressing the root causes of insecurity, urging the government to revamp the country’s security architecture to restore confidence among both healthcare workers and the general public.
In a conversation with Dr. Jimoh Umar, President of the Association of Resident Doctors at the Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja, he confirmed full compliance with the NARD strike. Umar called on the government to act urgently on their demands, particularly in light of the recent abduction of their colleague, Ganiyat Popoola, who has been missing since December 2023.
“The security of doctors in the country is deteriorating daily,” Umar stated. He stressed the need for urgent government action to protect medical practitioners from kidnappers targeting them for ransom.
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Death Probe Must Go On! Atiku’s Aide Slams Family’s Demand To End Investigation Into Mary Habila’s Passing!.
Paul Ibe, media aide to 2027 presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has criticized the federal government’s handling of the death of Mary Habila. He contends that the Nigerian police have a legal obligation to conduct a comprehensive criminal investigation and a Coroner’s inquest to determine the medical cause and circumstances surrounding her death.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Key Arguments
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Government Responsibility: Ibe asserts that under Nigerian law, the government must treat any sudden, suspicious, or unnatural death as a crime against the state.
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Investigative Obligation: He argues that the government’s duty to investigate such deaths cannot be blocked or halted by the deceased’s family.
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Failure to Act: Ibe claims the government failed in its responsibilities regarding the death, which occurred at the Uburu residence of Works Minister David Umahi.
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Forensic Concerns: He questioned the absence of a state-conducted autopsy, stating that without one, it is impossible to determine the cause of death or identify potential foul play, negligence, or torture.
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Required Procedures: Ibe maintains that in such cases, the police are required to secure the scene, gather forensic evidence, and question all involved parties.
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has commended President Bola Tinubu for choosing to retain Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election. Governor Zulum made these remarks after the President officially presented the certificate confirming Shettima as the All Progressives Congress (APC) vice-presidential candidate.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Key Highlights of Zulum’s Statement
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Historic Significance: Zulum emphasized that this is the first time an individual from Borno State and the Northeast has achieved the office of the Vice President and been renominated for a potential second term.
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Appreciation and Future Visit: Zulum expressed gratitude to the President on behalf of the Northeast region and noted that the President has approved a formal “thank-you” visit from representatives of the northeastern states, which is being planned for next week.
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Regional Unity: Representing the Northern states’ governors, Zulum noted that while the position is held by a son of Borno, it is recognized as belonging to Northern Nigeria as a whole, and he thanked the region for their continued acceptance of Shettima.
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Reflecting on the Past: Governor Zulum remarked that the region had previously come close to achieving this level of representation during the era of Baba Gana Kingibe, but they were unable to secure it at that time.
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Defamation Disaster: Sophia Momodu Sues For ₦10 Billion In Explosive Legal Move Against Caroline Hutchings!.
Nigerian socialite and reality TV star Sophia Momodu has initiated legal action against Nollywood actress Caroline Hutchings regarding an allegedly defamatory post on social media.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Dispute
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The conflict originated from a Snapchat post by Caroline Hutchings, where she alleged that a woman she previously defended on national television had been romantically involved with her former partner while they were still together.
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Although the post did not identify anyone by name, it went viral, with many internet users interpreting the comments as referring to Sophia Momodu.
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In response, Sophia Momodu, through her legal counsel, Prince (Dr) Richard Oma Ahonaruogho, SAN, of Paradise Law Firm, has served Caroline Hutchings with a Notice of Intended Legal Proceedings.
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The notice asserts that the ambiguity of the post has caused severe reputational damage, emotional distress, character attacks, and ongoing cyberbullying against Momodu.
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According to her legal team, Momodu reached out to Hutchings directly on July 3, 2026, requesting a public clarification if the post was not directed at her.
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They state that Hutchings received the message but failed to respond or issue a clarification, allowing public speculation to continue.
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Momodu is demanding a retraction of the statement, an unreserved public apology published in national newspapers with nationwide circulation, and ₦10 billion in monetary compensation, along with other legal reliefs.
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