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National Orthopedic Hospital Jalingo As Taraba State Government Signed MOU
National Orthopedic Hospital Jalingo As Taraba State Government Signed MOU
By: Balami Lazarus
It was a journey that started in 2022 to provide orthopedic healthcare services to the people of Taraba State and the Northeast region through the establishment of the National Orthopedic Hospital Jalingo, (NOHJ) by the Federal Government through the Federal Ministry of Health as one of her responsibilities to the citizens for better and good health care delivery.
Following the appointment of Prof. Chubado Tahir as the pioneer Medical Director ( MD) of the new National Orthopedic Hospital Jalingo Taraba State in 2022 marked the presence of the first National Orthopedic Hospital in the Northeast region.
Prof. Tahir is a surgeon, and expert who expertise and specialization in Anesthetic and Burns Injuries with years of experience in the fields of medicine and medical administration.
Recently the Federal Ministry of Health Abuja with the Taraba State Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to fully take over what has been provided as facilities by the State Government for the Hospital use.
Speaking during the brief ceremony which was held in the FMOH Conference Hall the Hon. Minister of State, Dr. Tunji Alausa re-eintrated the renewed hope agenda of President Ahmed Bola Tinubu Government on good healthcare delivery to the citizens and good people of Taraba State.
” The National Orthopedic Hospital Jalingo is a renewed hope for the people of Taraba and the Nation at large in terms of healthcare services. As a Ministry we are the representative of the president to facilitating, delivering and achieving the Federal Government objectives like what we are doing now.” He said
The Minister further called on the Taraba State Government to fulfill part of her commitments of the MOU been signed today.
In his response, the Taraba State Deputy Governor, Alhaji Aminu Abdullahi Alkali appreciated the Federal Government, the Minister and the FMOH for their tireless effort to making the National Orthopedic Hospital in Jalingo to reality,
” It is indeed a milestone for us in Taraba to have such a hospital that will not only serve the people of Taraba, but the entire Northeast region and the country. I believed the Hospital will also attend and give the people other medical services”.
The Deputy Governor also informed the Minister that the burden of traveling to and from Dala, the National Orthopedic Hospital in Kano will be a thing of the past.” Your choice of Taraba State is good, and the appointment of Prof. Chubado Tahir as one of the best hands is excellent”.
The occasion was witnessed by Dr. Tunji Alausa the Hon. Minister of State Health, Alhaji Aminu Abdullahi Alkali Taraba State Deputy Governor, Dr. Boma Berdia Commissioner for Health Taraba State, Prof. Chubado Tahir Medical Director National Orthopedic Hospital Jalingo among other top FMOH officers and state officials present.
National Orthopedic Hospital Jalingo As Taraba State Government Signed MOU.
Armed bandits kill man, abduct nine in macitta village, niger state
By: Zagazola Makama
Nine people were abducted and one man killed when armed bandits attacked Macitta village in Mariga Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State late Wednesday night, sources confirmed.
Sources said that around 11:30 p.m., a large group of armed bandits entered the community via Kotonkoro District, shooting sporadically. One of the residents, Aliyu Dan Tsohon Soja, 35, was shot dead during the attack. The identities of the nine abducted victims are yet to be confirmed.
Security forces , local vigilantes, and hunters were mobilized to the area, and the body of the deceased was evacuated to the General Hospital, Bangi, for autopsy. Efforts are ongoing to track down the attackers and ensure the safe rescue of the kidnapped individuals.
Authorities have urged residents to remain alert and report any information that may assist in the rescue operations and apprehension of the bandits.
Armed bandits kill man, abduct nine in macitta village, niger state
Three children die in bush fire while grazing cattle in Mokwa, Niger state
By: Zagazola Makama
Three children lost their lives after being engulfed by fire while grazing cattle in Tungan-Noma village, Mokwa Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State on Wednesday, sources confirmed.
According to sources, the children Huzairu (12), Aliru (11), and Kabiru Surajo (12) went out for cattle grazing around 12:30 p.m. and entered a deep gully in the bush.
They reportedly set dried grasses on fire in an attempt to trap small bush animals. Unfortunately, the flames spread rapidly, trapping the children and preventing their escape.
The lifeless bodies were recovered and evacuated to the General Hospital, Mokwa, for autopsy. Authorities visited the scene to assess the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The incident draw attention to the dangers children face in rural areas, particularly when engaging in outdoor activities without supervision.
Parents have been urged to exercise caution and ensure children’s safety during such activities.
Three children die in bush fire while grazing cattle in Mokwa, Niger state
Police foil kidnap attempt on Benin-Lagos expressway, rescue 14 victims
By: Zagazola Makama
Fourteen passengers, including four juveniles, were rescued after an attempted kidnap by armed gunmen along the Benin–Lagos Expressway at Isiuwa, Edo State, police sources confirmed on Wednesday.
The incident occurred around 5:00 p.m., when about 20 gunmen, divided into three groups, emerged from the bush and opened sporadic fire on moving vehicles.
The assailants attempted to attack policemen stationed at a checkpoint but were repelled by responding officers, who coordinated with the Operation Rescue Team, CP Intelligence Squad (Buffalo Team), and Nigerian soldiers.
Two Toyota Sienna vehicles were targeted. One, with registration number RSH 210 CH, was carrying seven passengers from Imo State to Ondo State, while the second, AME 211 YL, carried six passengers.
Police stormed the bush where the gunmen had taken the victims, successfully rescuing ten adults and four juveniles. The rescued included Frederick God Bless, Prosper Admijom, Oluyemi Bolu, Amoo Muyiwa, Ifoma Uchije, Daniel Chibuzo, Solomon Audu, Samuel Chibuke, Kemi Olayiwola, Ugochukwu Irozuruike, and juveniles Chidera Ochije, Augustine Ochije, Chukwuka Ochije, and Obiakor Chisom.
During the chaos, one Abba Adam, a conductor of a Howo truck with registration DED 638 XB, jumped out of his vehicle and was struck by an oncoming truck, dying on the spot. His body was recovered and deposited at Emiloju Medical Center, Okada Junction.
Three passengers are still missing, and search efforts are ongoing. Some of the rescued victims have since continued their journey safely.
Police foil kidnap attempt on Benin-Lagos expressway, rescue 14 victims
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Three children die in bush fire while grazing cattle in Mokwa, Niger state
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