Awka: The Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) has confirmed the release of its abducted member, Dr. Edwin Emegakor, in Anambra. Dr. Princeton Okam, Chairman of the NMA Anambra branch, announced Emegakor’s freedom to journalists in Awka on Sunday. Emegakor had been held captive for several days following his abduction on May 7.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Dr. Emegakor, who is the Medical Director of Crown Multi-Specialist Hospital in the Nkpor area of the state, was reportedly abducted in the evening after attending to a patient at the hospital. The assailants were described as unidentified men allegedly dressed in security agencies’ uniforms during the operation. Okam expressed gratitude over the doctor’s safe return and praised God for his release.
He noted that police operatives played a significant role in securing Emegakor’s freedom from his abductors. “Our colleague has been rescued safely and reunited with his family. He is healthy, in high spirits, and responding well after the traumatic exper
ience,” Okam stated.
The release of Dr. Emegakor has altered the NMA’s earlier plans for an industrial action. Okam mentioned that the strike, which was scheduled to commence on Monday, would now be reviewed. “There will be an Emergency General Meeting to decide on the suspension of the planned action,” he added.
Okam extended his thanks to all those who contributed to the rescue efforts and supported the association during the crisis. He also urged the Anambra government to enhance security measures to better protect lives and property across the state. The association had previously demanded Emegakor’s unconditional release within 48 hours.