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"NMA-FCT Calls on Security Forces to Ensure Safe Return of Abducted Doctor"
The Nigerian Medical Association urges security forces in Abuja to intensify efforts for the safe release of Chinonye Nwachukwu, a doctor abducted over two weeks ago in the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria.
- Chinonye Nwachukwu, a young medical graduate from Ukraine, was abducted on October 21 while traveling to Garki Hospital in Abuja, where she works.
- Emeka Ayogu, the Chairperson of the Nigerian Medical Association in the Federal Capital Territory, made the appeal at a news conference in Abuja on Friday.
- Nwachukwu has now been held captive for over two weeks, prompting the Nigerian Medical Association to call for urgent intervention from security agencies.
Why It Matters
The abduction of medical professionals like Chinonye Nwachukwu raises concerns about safety in the healthcare sector and reflects broader security challenges in the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria. Ensuring the safety of healthcare workers is crucial for maintaining public health and trust in medical services.