The Benue State Police Command has announced that Dr. Jonah Ogbaji, the Chief Medical Director of Multicare Hospital in Makurdi, was arrested by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department in Abuja. According to the command's Public Relations Officer, DSP Peter Aondongu, the arrest was made in connection with an ongoing investigation. The police statement was released after reports of Ogbaji's alleged abduction went viral on social media.
Reports of Ogbaji's abduction had indicated that he was taken away around 9 pm on Wednesday while attending to patients at his hospital. His daughter, Patience, had appealed for his safe return, stating that her father had twice served as an ex-officio member of the Peoples Democratic Party in the North-Central zone. However, the police have now clarified that the report of abduction was false.
The state command spokesman, Aondongu, described the alleged abduction as a "false alarm". He stated that the doctor was not abducted but was arrested by operatives of the Special Tactical Squad attached to the Force Intelligence Department, Abuja. The specific circumstances surrounding the investigation were yet to be known to the state command.
The police command has advised residents of the state to disregard reports of the alleged abduction or kidnapping of the medical doctor. The command's statement was released to clarify the situation and prevent the spread of misinformation. The police are yet to provide further details on the investigation.
Dr. Ogbaji's arrest has raised concerns among the medical community and residents of Benue State. As the Chief Medical Director of Multicare Hospital, he plays a crucial role in providing healthcare services to the people of Makurdi. The police have not disclosed the reasons behind his arrest or the nature of the investigation.
The Benue State Police Command's clarification on Dr. Ogbaji's arrest has come as a relief to his family and colleagues. His daughter, Patience, had expressed worry about her father's safety, appealing for his safe return. The police have assured the public that they will provide updates on the investigation as it progresses.
The incident has highlighted the need for accurate information and the dangers of spreading false information on social media. The police have urged residents to be cautious and verify information before sharing it. The investigation into Dr. Ogbaji's arrest is ongoing, and the police have promised to provide more information as it becomes available.
Key points
- The Benue State Police Command has clarified that Dr. Jonah Ogbaji, the Chief Medical Director of Multicare Hospital, was arrested and not abducted.
- The arrest was made by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department in Abuja in connection with an ongoing investigation.
- The police have advised residents to disregard reports of the alleged abduction or kidnapping of the medical doctor.
