Medical Doctors Strike Over Kidnap Of Colleague In Akwa Ibom

Medical Doctors Strike Over Kidnap Of Colleague In Akwa Ibom

Aggrieved doctors under the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) have withdrawn their services from all government and private hospitals in Akwa Ibom State to protest the abduction of their colleague, Dr. John Esu…..read also A Girl That Start Her College At 10, Attains Doctorate Degree At 17

Dr. Esu, a senior member of the association, was kidnapped by gunmen on April 30, 2024, in Oron local government area and remains in captivity.

In response, the NMA expressed frustration over the government’s and security agencies’ failure to ensure safety. NMA State Chairman, Prof. Emem Abraham, stated that the strike aims to draw attention to the plight of medical workers, who are increasingly at risk.

The strike includes all members, including consultants, and will be reviewed after 72 hours. The NMA has called on the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, to secure Dr. Esu’s safe release and improve overall security in the state.