The Edo State branch of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) has called on Governor Monday Okpebholo to urgently intervene in the release of two of its members who were recently abducted.
The association identified the kidnapped doctors as Dr. Abu Babatunde, who works at Edo State University Teaching Hospital, Auchi, and Dr. Stephen Osamaye of Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Irrua.
In a statement, NMA Edo Chairman Dr. Eustace Oseghale also urged the Edo State Police Commissioner, Monday Agbonika, to take decisive action against the rising wave of insecurity in the state.
Dr. Oseghale noted that the spate of kidnappings has had a significant impact on healthcare delivery in Edo, stressing the urgent need for protective measures for medical professionals.
According to the statement, “We write to formally notify your esteemed office of the abduction of two of our members, Dr. Abu Babatunde and Dr. Stephen Osamaye working at Edo State University Teaching Hospital, Auchi and Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Irrua respectively.
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“The safety and security of our healthcare workers are of paramount importance, especially in light of the critical roles they play in maintaining public health. So also is the security and safety of every resident of Edo State.
”The Nigerian Medical Association is deeply concerned about this incident and the rising trend of insecurity in the state which negatively affects health care delivery.
”We urge your office to take immediate and effective action to ensure the safe return of our abducted colleagues and to investigate this incident thoroughly.”
