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Outrage In Nigeria As Armed Men Kidnap Top Neurosurgeon After Life-Saving Surgery.
A consultant neurosurgeon at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, Dr. Tochukwu Mbanugo, has been abducted by armed men in Anambra State. The incident, which reportedly occurred near Omatha Junction, Uruagu, Nnewi, has triggered outrage within the medical community and prompted condemnation from the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to sources, Dr. Mbanugo was kidnapped shortly after successfully performing several critical neurosurgical procedures, including the removal of a life-threatening brain tumour.
In a statement released on Monday, November 3, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, described the abduction as “deeply troubling and unacceptable,” highlighting that it occurred at a time when the doctor should have been safest—returning home after saving lives.
The ministry confirmed that the kidnappers later contacted some of Dr. Mbanugo’s colleagues using his phone. Authorities, including the Anambra State Police Command, the Department of State Services (DSS), the Anti-Kidnapping Squad, and the State Vigilante Group, have been notified and are actively investigating the case.
NAUTH management is reported to be coordinating closely with security agencies, the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), and other relevant stakeholders to secure the neurosurgeon’s release. Dr. Salako warned that attacks on medical specialists pose a serious threat to Nigeria’s fragile healthcare system, noting that the country has fewer than 150 practicing neurosurgeons for over 220 million citizens, far below the World Health Organization’s recommended ratio.
He condemned all forms of violence against healthcare workers, calling them “national assets working under immense pressure to save lives” and stressed that they must be protected, not targeted. The minister urged the Anambra State Government and security agencies to intensify efforts to locate Dr. Mbanugo and ensure his immediate release, while reaffirming support for his family, colleagues, and the wider medical community during this crisis.
The 2023 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Ladi Adebutu, has formally announced his decision to run again for the state’s top office in the 2027 election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He made his intention known in a letter sent to PDP leaders at both state and local government levels.
The letter, dated April 30, 2026, was addressed to the Ogun State PDP Chairman through the party chairman in Odogbolu Local Government Area.
In the correspondence, Adebutu appreciated party leaders and members for their continued loyalty and support over the years.
He stressed that for the PDP to succeed in the upcoming election, it must operate in unity, discipline, and with a collective sense of purpose.
The former House of Representatives member also reaffirmed his commitment to the PDP and expressed his readiness to provide purposeful leadership to the people of Ogun State.
According to him, his renewed ambition is driven by his long-standing involvement in the party and his desire to further strengthen its structure across the state.
Describing himself as a loyal and law-abiding party member, Adebutu said his decision to return to the race is informed by experience and a determination to deliver better governance.
He urged PDP stakeholders in Ogun State to remain united and focused ahead of the polls, warning that internal cohesion would be key to electoral success.
Adebutu also pledged to work with all factions within the party to ensure victory at the polls.
Recall that he was the PDP governorship candidate in the 2023 election, where he lost to the incumbent governor, Dapo Abiodun of the All Progressives Congress (APC), by 13,915 votes.
He subsequently challenged the outcome up to the Supreme Court but was unsuccessful.
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‘I’ve Chosen To Speak My Truth’ – Nollywood Actress, Bimpe Akintunde Confirms Crash Of Marriage To Ganiyu
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Bimpe Akintunde, has confirmed that her marriage to her husband, Ganiyu, has come to an end.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
She made the announcement on Friday via her Instagram page, revealing that the union, which lasted just under three years, brought her experiences filled with lessons, tears, strength, and personal growth.
Declaring herself single, the actress also expressed gratitude to those who supported her throughout the marriage.
In her detailed post, she wrote:
“Honest Announcement!!!!
Some chapters end quietly… but they prepare you for a stronger, more beautiful story ahead.
This isn’t something I imagined sharing publicly, but life humbles, teaches, and reshapes us in unexpected ways.
After deep reflection, prayers, and honest conversations with myself and my family, I’ve chosen to speak my truth because I once shared my happiness, and I owe it to myself to share my reality too.
Before the arrival of my second child from my first marriage, which lasted less than three years, life took a different turn. It wasn’t easy — it came with lessons, tears, strength, and growth. But through it all, I held on to my faith in God, and I’ve embraced my path with grace, choosing peace, healing, and purpose for myself and my children.
Today, I stand not broken, but rebuilt. Not defeated, but refined — a stronger woman, a loving mother, and a soul still full of hope.
Behind every smile is a story. Today, I choose to hint mine: I AM SINGLE.
To everyone who has loved, prayed, supported, and stood by me, thank you. It means more than words can express to me and my beautiful daughters.
May Almighty Allah continue to guide and strengthen us all.
It’s my birth month — a season of reflection, gratitude, and new beginnings.
Welcome to my birth month fam.”
The Delta State Police Command has dismissed claims that the body of Oghenemine Ogidi, a young man allegedly killed by a police officer, is missing.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The clarification comes amid social media reports alleging that the deceased’s family was denied access to his remains and that authorities could not account for the body. Responding via his handle, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, described the claims as false and misleading. He confirmed that the corpse is currently kept in a state mortuary and can be accessed by the family at any time. Edafe also noted that the case is being handled as a suspected murder, which requires an autopsy before further legal steps can proceed. According to him, “The body is at the mortuary, and the family has been informed that they can view it whenever they wish.” He added that the family agreed to the autopsy process, describing it as a necessary procedure in the investigation. Recall that Ogidi, a 28-year-old musician, was reportedly shot dead in broad daylight in Effurun. The police confirmed that the officer allegedly involved, ASP Nuhu Usman, has been arrested and transferred to Force Headquarters for disciplinary action. Meanwhile, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the immediate dismissal and prosecution of all those implicated in the incident.
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