Organ Harvesting Scandal in Plateau: Former Patients Of Dr Kekere Go For Kidney Checks

In the wake of the shocking revelation about Dr. Noah Kekere’s involvement in organ harvesting in Jos, the capital of Plateau State, some former patients of his are now seeking extensive medical examinations to confirm the integrity of their kidneys. This decision follows the distressing case of Kehinde Kamaru, who discovered that her kidney had allegedly been stolen by Dr. Kekere when she underwent a check-up at the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH).

Dr. Noah Kekere, also known as “Yellow,” had been practicing as a medical doctor for over two decades at the Murna Clinic and Maternity in Yanshanu community, Jos North, Plateau State. Another woman, who wished to remain anonymous, disclosed that she had been a patient at the same facility and was taking steps to visit JUTH to ensure the status of her kidney, as she had undergone a previous operation at that hospital.

Expressing her concerns, she stated, “I was shocked and confused when I heard about the hospital’s involvement in kidney removal cases. I’ve been to that hospital, and now I’m anxious. I’ve made arrangements to investigate to determine if I’m also affected. With these recent revelations, many former patients will need to undergo medical assessments to understand their true health status.”

In the midst of this unfolding situation, the Plateau State Police Command has apprehended two other medical practitioners believed to be connected to Dr. Kekere’s alleged organ harvesting activities. These suspects, along with Dr. Kekere himself, are currently in police custody undergoing investigation. The Plateau State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has distanced itself from Dr. Kekere, asserting that he is not a registered medical doctor.

The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) revealed that the Commissioner of Police in the state would soon assemble a committee of medical experts to conduct an extensive examination of the woman who claimed her vital organ was removed during surgery, aiming to determine the truth regarding the alleged organ tampering.

The PPRO emphasized, “Our investigation is almost concluded, and we have sought the expertise of medical doctors to examine the woman and confirm the status of her kidney. Until this is ascertained by professionals, our investigation remains ongoing. We are also conducting interviews with other doctors employed by Kekere.”

The case began when a businessman, Alhaji Kamal, accused Dr. Kekere of removing one of his wife’s kidneys during surgery in 2018. Despite these troubling developments, the NMA of Plateau State maintains that Dr. Kekere is not a member of their association. The situation surrounding the missing kidney remains unclear, but the focus remains on the well-being of Mrs. Kehinde Kamal, a 45-year-old mother of four, from the Rikkos community in Jos North local government area, whose health has been in jeopardy for the past five years following surgery at Murna Clinic and Maternity.

Plateau Crisis: International Rescue Committee Earmarks $250,000 For Victims

The International Rescue Committee (IRC), Friday said it has allocated $250,000 in emergency relief funds to support victims of the recent crises in the Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

IRC Country Director in Nigeria, Babatunde Ojei, who disclosed this in a statement, said the support was aimed at addressing the urgent needs of displaced individuals encompassing water, sanitation and hygiene initiatives; safety measures, economic recovery and development as well as the incorporation of safeguarding principles across all intervention programmes.

He said, “Plateau State has endured a long history of deadly conflicts, and the current crisis has witnessed a distressing surge in casualties, property destruction, and mass displacement. In just over 4 months since the conflict began, almost 200 have been killed with many more individuals unaccounted for.

“These attacks have impacted 48 communities, some of which remain inaccessible, impeding accurate victim assessments. In response to this escalating humanitarian crisis, the IRC has augmented its funding commitment to Plateau State, aiming to better meet the growing demands for water, food and shelter.

“The situation in Plateau State is dire, demanding immediate action and attention to aid those ensnared in the ongoing conflict. These crises have persisted for far too long, causing unimaginable economic losses, with women and children being the most severely affected.

“We call for a concrete approach to usher in lasting peace within the state. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) also urges all parties involved in the conflicts and other stakeholders to explore options that can facilitate an end to the conflict in the region,” Ojei said.

SOURCE: DailyTrust

Tribunal Declares Ex-Plateau Gov. Lalong Winner Of Senatorial Election

The National Assembly Elections Petition Tribunal sitting in Jos, Plateau State has declared former governor of the state, Simon Lalong, who was the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the duly elected senator to represent Plateau South Senatorial District at the National Assembly.

Chairman of the three member panel, Justice Mahmoud Tukur held that the votes scored by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Napoleon Bali in the February 25 election were wasted votes as he was invalidly nominated.

The unanimous judgment held that as at the time of the nomination, the PDP had no valid structure in the state.

On the other grounds of over voting and non-compliance of the electoral laws, the panel ruled that the petitioners could not prove the allegations.

Similarly, the PDP also lost the Barkin-Ladi/Riyom Federal Constituency seat to Labour Party candidate, Dalyop Chollom.

The tribunal ruled that Peter Gyenden of the PDP was not validly nominated as at the time of his nomination due to his party’s no valid structure in the state.

SOURCE: The Pledge

Plateau State Poised for Economic Boom with Proposed Mining University, Asserts Senator Plang

Diket Plang, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Employment and Productivity, has urged for the establishment of a Mining University in Jos, Plateau State. Plang made this proposition during a formal visit to the Nigerian Institute of Mining and Geo-Science located in Jos.

Being the representative of Plateau Central in the 10th National Assembly, Plang expressed that the inception of Mining University could act as a catalyst for economic progress.

Plang has advanced a bill aiming to repeal the Act that established the Institute of Mining. He asserts that if realized, the University could significantly transform the Nigerian economy. It would provide comprehensive technical services across all facets of mining engineering and related fields. Given Plateau State’s rich solid mineral resources, Plang believes Jos to be the ideal location for this institution.