Ex-Senate President, Lawan asks FG to make health basic right for Nigerians

Adamawa State Police Command operatives apprehended four individuals suspected of armed robbery and recovered the tricycle they allegedly stole from Nuhu Muhammad. The incident occurred on Sunday, April 7, when Nuhu Muhammad raised an alarm after being attacked near Jimeta Bridge in Yola, the state capital.

According to a statement by the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Nguroje, the suspected robbers were identified as Abdullahi Yusuf (22 years old), Umar Yahaya (20), Hassan Ishaka (24), and Shuaibu Abubakar (19). All suspects are documented as residents of Kwabura village in Hawal Local Government Area of Borno State.

The police explained that the investigation revealed the suspects boarded the tricycle as passengers, intending to travel to a certain location near Viniklang, Girei Local Government Area. However, upon reaching Jimeta Bridge, they forcefully ejected the tricyclist and fled with the vehicle.

A prompt response from the Jimeta Division patrol team led to the arrest of the suspects and the recovery of the tricycle. The Commissioner of Police, CP Dankombo Morris, assured that upon the conclusion of the investigation, the suspects would be charged to court for criminal conspiracy and armed robbery.

In a separate event, Senate President Ahmad Lawan commemorated World Health Day 2024, highlighting the significance of the theme, “My Health, My Right.” He emphasized health as a fundamental human right, advocating for universal access to quality healthcare and informed decision-making regarding health.

Lawan urged the federal government to prioritize health as a basic human right, emphasizing investments in healthcare systems, policies promoting health equity, and initiatives empowering individuals to manage their health effectively. He called for collective efforts to ensure everyone has access to healthcare for a healthier and more equitable world.