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HONOURABLE COMMISSIONER OF HEALTH PLATEAU STATE ALONG WITH CMD HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT BOARD LED TEAM OF HEALTHCARE STAKEHOLDERS TO COTTAGE HOSPITAL SIKYEN FOR FINAL ASSESSMENT BEFORE OFFICIAL OPENING
HONOURABLE COMMISSIONER OF HEALTH PLATEAU STATE ALONG WITH CMD HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT BOARD LED TEAM OF HEALTHCARE STAKEHOLDERS TO COTTAGE HOSPITAL SIKYEN FOR FINAL ASSESSMENT BEFORE OFFICIAL OPENING
By: Bodunrin Kayode
The Honourable Commissioner of Health, Dr. Cletus Bako Shurkuk, alongside the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the Plateau State Hospital Management Board, Dr. Benjamin Sumi Garkuwa, conducted a final assessment of the Cottage Hospital Sikyen in preparation for its official commencement.
The team was joined by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health Mr. Gayi Timothy Gayi, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, and other key health officials, including the Directors of Medical Services, Nursing Services, and Pharmaceutical Services.
Dr. Shurkuk stated that this development is in line with Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s commitment to revitalizing the health sector on the Plateau State. He emphasized that the plan includes restoring abandoned hospitals to provide accessible healthcare to underserved communities.
The CMD, Dr. Sumi , pointed the importance and the need for collaboration between the community, local government, and the Hospital Management Board to ensure the hospital’s success and sustainability.
The delegation was warmly received by the Acting Saf Ron, Lawrence Amadam Aizat, who expressed gratitude to the state government for fulfilling its promise to revive the hospital. He also commended the healthcare leaders for their dedication and commitment to their duties and commitment to the Sikyen community.
The Cottage Hospital Sikyen, once it becomes officially operational, is expected to significantly improve healthcare access and outcomes for the entire Toff District.
HONOURABLE COMMISSIONER OF HEALTH PLATEAU STATE ALONG WITH CMD HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT BOARD LED TEAM OF HEALTHCARE STAKEHOLDERS TO COTTAGE HOSPITAL SIKYEN FOR FINAL ASSESSMENT BEFORE OFFICIAL OPENING
Bandits Dump Corpses in Revenge Attack in Tafoki Village, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
A group of suspected bandits have launched a brutal revenge attack on Tafoki village in the Fasakari Local Government Area of Katsina State, dumping several corpses at the entrance to the community.
Local sources told Zagazola Makama that the assailants, believed to be mostly in their 20s, arrived in the village on April 9, 2025, and positioned the bodies at the entrance. This attack is reportedly in retaliation for the deaths of three bandits killed by villagers in February 2025, after the criminals attempted to launch an assault on the village.
Among the slain bandits was Goje, a notorious leader who led the failed attack. Sources suggest that the bandits have since been abducting villagers, tying their hands behind their backs, and executing them with gunshots to the head. Afterward, the bandits return the bodies and dispose of them at the village entrance.
As families mourn, they are left to recover the decomposing remains of their loved ones, with some corpses already starting to decompose.
Villagers are left devastated, grappling with the trauma of the violence and the realization that their attempts to defend themselves against the bandits’ previous assault have now turned into deadly retribution.
Bandits Dump Corpses in Revenge Attack in Tafoki Village, Katsina
Man Dies After Being Beaten by Brother in Zaria City
By: Zagazola Makama
A tragic incident in Zaria City has led to the death of 50-year-old Sani Yusuf, who was reportedly beaten into a stupor by his elder brother, Abubakar Aminu, on April 4, 2025.
According to information from a Good Samaritan, Abubakar, aged 53, attacked Sani at their home in Rimintsiwa, Zaria City.
The victim was immediately rushed to ABUTH Shika for medical treatment but unfortunately passed away early on April 10, 2025, at approximately 4:50 a.m. While the victim was under care at the hospital, his condition deteriorated, and he succumbed to the injuries inflicted during the assault.
The family has since buried the deceased according to local customs.
Police authorities are currently searching for the suspect, Abubakar Aminu, who fled the scene following the incident. Efforts to apprehend him are ongoing.
The case has been classified as culpable homicide, and investigations are being pursued to determine the circumstances surrounding the altercation and the suspect’s motives.
Man Dies After Being Beaten by Brother in Zaria City
Bandits Abduct Three in Gusau Community
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected armed bandits have abducted three residents of Marere Hausawa, a community on the outskirts of Damba in Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Sources informed Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday at about 2:30 a.m., when the assailants, wielding dangerous weapons, invaded the area and forcefully took the victims to an unknown destination.
Sources within the community confirmed the attack, describing it as sudden and terrifying.
Search efforts are ongoing to rescue the victims by the troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA
Bandits Abduct Three in Gusau Community
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