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MSF Builds Emergency Hospital To Combat Child Mortality In Borno
MSF Builds Emergency Hospital To Combat Child Mortality In Borno
By Francis Okoye
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has commissioned an emergency hospital in Kushari, in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital to tackle the rising rate of child mortality and challenges faced by pregnant women in the state .
Speaking yesterday in Maiduguri , MSF Chief Medical Director, Catherine Overloop stated that the hospital’s primary objective is to ensure no child or pregnant woman dies from preventable causes.
She said MSF goal is to provide timely and quality medical care to children and newborns in emergency situations, thereby reducing the high mortality rate in the state.
She explained that the emergency hospital, equipped with a neonatal intensive care unit, will operate 24/7 to cater to the medical needs of pregnant women, newborns, and children under 15.
The Secretary to the State Government, Bukar Tijjani, representing acting Governor Umar Kadafur, commended the significant role played by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in providing sustainable healthcare solutions to the people of Borno State.
“We believe this hospital aims to address emergency situations concerning pregnant mothers, newborns, and nursing mothers in Borno State.”
“We also acknowledged the MSF’s efforts in building hospitals and healthcare centers in the state, including the one in Kushari.
Commissioner of Health and Human Resources , Prof. Baba Malum Gana stated that MSF’s intervention has significantly impacted the healthcare sector in Borno State. He commended MSF for building the Kushari hospital, which provides 24/7 emergency services for pregnant mothers, newborns, and nursing mothers.
He said the hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit has reduced neonatal mortality rates in Borno, which has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the North East region.
The Commissioner expressed appreciation for MSF’s partnership with the state government, leading to the allocation of land for additional healthcare facilities. He urged traditional leaders to create awareness about seeking medical care during and after pregnancy, preventing health problems and preventable deaths. This initiative improves healthcare outcomes in Borno State, where over 400,000 pregnant women need quality medical care. MSF reaffirms its commitment to reducing child mortality and newborn deaths, saving countless lives and improving vulnerable communities’ well-being.
MSF Medical Deputy Coordinator of Operations, Ximena Andrea Compos reiterated that saving children and mothers is the major priority encouraging MSF to build the hospital facility in Kushari ward.
“Building the hospital realizes the organization’s agenda to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality in the region,” she said.
MSF Builds Emergency Hospital To Combat Child Mortality In Borno
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forced have neutralised two suspected notorious bandits during a clearance operation in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Sources told Zagazola that the operation followed credible intelligence received on Tuesday at about 1:00 p.m.
The report indicated that a criminal gang led by one Senen Hemen, also known as Orpa, was sighted along the pipeline axis between Gbeji and Igbongom communities in Ukum.
According to the sources, security forces were promptly mobilised to the location, where the gang engaged the operatives in a gun duel.
During the exchange, Hemen and another gang member identified as Mzungweve Ichur, both from Igbongom, were shot dead, while others fled the scene with gunshot injuries.
The sources confirmed that the corpses of the two suspects had been recovered and deposited at a private mortuary in Gbeji, while a manhunt had been launched in the surrounding bushes to track the fleeing accomplices.
The sources assured residents that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to rid Ukum and adjoining areas of violent criminal gangs.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have abducted a worshipper from a mosque in Gbonkan Village, Ipapo, Itesiwaju Local Government Area.
Sources said that the victim, identified as Amadu Usman, was kidnapped on Monday night while praying at the mosque alongside his elder brother, Adamu Usman.
The sources said seven armed men invaded the mosque at about 9 p.m. and whisked the victim away to an unknown destination.
The sources said that a joint team of security forces, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes and local hunters had since launched a search-and-rescue operation, combing surrounding bushes to track down the suspects and rescue the victim.
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police, Community Watch Corps and local vigilantes, have repelled a bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident happened on Tuesday evening when armed bandits launched an attack on a hunters’ camp in Naalma village.
According to the sources, the troops and other security operatives responded swiftly to a distress call and engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to withdraw.
“During the operation, Usman Lawal, 35, the Commander of the Hunters’ group, sustained fatal injuries. One of the bandits was neutralised while the rifle earlier seized from the hunters’ commander was recovered.
“Other fleeing bandits are suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops are currently conducting cordon-and-search operations within the area,”said the sources.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
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