NMA worried as Dr. Nwachukwu remains in kidnappers’ captivity for over two weeks
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Nwachukwu, a young medical graduate who studied in Ukraine was abducted on her way to Garki Hospital, Abuja, where she works.
By Aderogba George
The FCT chapter of Nigerian Medical Association has expressed concern about the safety of its member, Dr Chinonye Nwachukwu who has been in kidnappers’ den since October 21.
Nwachukwu, a young medical graduate who studied in Ukraine, had been in captivity for over two weeks.
She was abducted on Oct. 21, on her way to Garki Hospital, Abuja, where she works, NMA-FCT Chairman, Dr Emeka Ayogu said in a statement on Friday in Abuja.
“The family has not been allowed to communicate with her, and her condition remains unknown,” Ayogu who spoke at a news conference on Friday in Abuja said.
He appealed to security agencies to step up efforts to secure the release of Dr Nwachukwu.
According to him, the kidnappers had demanded a ransom and warned against interference by law enforcement agencies.
He said that the matter was reported to the security agencies, including the Department of State Security FCT Command, the FCT Police Command, and the Minister of the FCT.
Ayogu said that the association was concerned about her safety and urged the security agencies to intensify their search.
He said that the association might consider further actions if the situation was not resolved soon.
The NMA-FCT Vice Chairman, Dr Abdullahi Nasiru, also called for urgent intervention by the authorities.
He said that doctors were anxious about the safety of their colleague and appealed for calm among members.
The Treasurer of the association, Dr Uchenna Aniebue, said the incident had caused concern among doctors in the FCT.
She urged the authorities to continue efforts to ensure the safe return of the abducted doctor.
Also, the Chairman of the Nigeria Dental Association, FCT Chapter, Dr Theophilus Agho, appealed to the abductors to release Nwachukwu.
“She returned home after studying abroad to serve her country. We appeal for her safe release,” he said.
He commended the ongoing efforts of the security agencies and urged them to sustain the momentum.
The Assistant Secretary of the NMA-FCT, Dr AbdulHafeez Usman, also appealed to the security agencies to remain focused on rescuing the victim safely.
(NAN)
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