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Police to fund treatment of child rescued from Anambra native doctor

From The Punch · () English

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  • The Anambra State Police Command will cover all medical expenses for the sole surviving child rescued from a native doctor's house where three other children were found dead.
  • The command's new Commissioner, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, announced this while outlining a new policing strategy focused on intelligence, technology, community partnership, and public trust.
  • The incident involved four children found unconscious, with one surviving and receiving intensive care, while the circumstances remain under investigation.

The Anambra State Police Command has pledged to cover the full medical expenses of the only surviving child among four found unconscious at a native doctor's premises in Ideani, Idemili South Local Government Area. Three other children were discovered dead at the scene.

Upon my assumption of duty, I received comprehensive briefings on the security situation in the state. At the outset, I wish to acknowledge and commend the dedication, professionalism and sacrifices of officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force, other security agencies, and, most importantly, the good people of Anambra State for their continued cooperation, support and partnership in our collective efforts to maintain peace, security and public safety.

— CP Nnanna Oji AmaThe Commissioner of Police in Anambra, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, addressing the press briefing and acknowledging the efforts of security agencies and the public.

CP Nnanna Oji Ama, the newly deployed Commissioner of Police in Anambra, announced the command's commitment during a press briefing in Awka. He stated that the priority is the child's recovery, emphasizing respect for the sanctity of human life. The command will closely monitor the child's treatment to ensure all necessary medical interventions are provided.

While appreciating these efforts, I must also express the deep sadness and concern of the command over the tragic incident involving the discovery of four unconscious children, aged 6, 9, 12 and 15 years, in Ideani Community.

— CP Nnanna Oji AmaCP Nnanna Oji Ama expressing the command's sadness over the tragic incident.

The tragic discovery occurred on August 5, sending shockwaves through the community. Residents found the children unconscious, prompting immediate medical attention for the survivor and intervention by community leaders and security operatives, who took the native doctor into custody. The circumstances surrounding the incident are still under investigation, but the police assure the public that the situation will be thoroughly examined.

Regrettably, despite the strenuous efforts of medical personnel to save their lives, three of the children were certified dead. The fourth child is currently receiving intensive medical care and is courageously fighting for survival.

— CP Nnanna Oji AmaCP Nnanna Oji Ama detailing the outcome for the children found at the scene.
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