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Alleged kidney harvesting: Noah Kekere breaks silence after court victory

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A Jos-based medical doctor, Noah Kekere, who was accused of illegally harvesting a patient’s kidney, has spoken publicly for the first time following his discharge and acquittal by a Plateau State High Court earlier this year.

It was recalls that Kekere was arrested in September 2023 after a businessman, Alhaji Busari Kamal, accused him of removing his wife’s kidney during surgery in 2018 and leaving the woman in pain for five years.

However, sequel to months of media scrutiny, court proceedings, and public outrage, the Plateau State High Court in April 2025 dismissed all four charges brought against Dr. Kekere and two others, citing lack of evidence and inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case.

Kekere, who spoke for the first time after his discharge and acquittal by the court, recounted his ordeal, including over 18 court appearances in two separate High Court divisions in Jos.

Narrating his ordeal, Kekere said, “I was falsely accused of removing a woman’s kidney.

“Sadly, after thorough forensic and medical investigations, it was established that she was born with only one kidney, a condition known medically as a ‘solitary kidney.’ There was never any surgical removal.

He further explained that, “the Plateau State Government had set up a committee comprising medical experts and consultants, who carried out extensive evaluations including angiography and CT scans, confirming the kidney had not been removed but was congenitally absent.

“It was based on these findings that the Plateau State Ministry of Justice withdrew all charges.

“The courts subsequently struck out the case and issued certificates of discharge to me and my co-defendants.

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“There was never any organ harvesting. We don’t even have the capacity or technical expertise to carry out such a procedure,” he maintained.

“The accusations were baseless, and I believe it was fueled by envy and a desire to drive us out of the community.

On speculation that he may have influenced the court’s decision, Kekere said, “The truth is what set me free. I had no power, money, or influence, just facts and a clear conscience.

Kekere, popularly known in the community as “Dr Yellow” due to his extensive humanitarian health outreach, is a consultant in Public Health and founder of Monarch Hospital.

On whether he will pursue a lawsuit on defamation, he said, “I leave my accusers to God. I’m a Christian, and I believe vengeance belongs to the Lord. My focus now is to rebuild and move forward.”

He expressed gratitude to the public, medical community, and media for helping share the truth, saying, “In Nigeria, false accusations often spread faster than facts. But in time, the truth prevailed.”

“I have dedicated my life to serving others, and this won’t stop me. I just hope the public now knows the truth and that justice, in the end, was served.”

He called on the Plateau State Government to support his efforts to rebuild the facility and reemploy displaced workers.

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Public officers are stealing Nigeria’s money every minute – EFCC boss

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The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, says public officers steal funds every minute.

Olukoyede spoke in Abuja on Thursday at the 80th birthday celebration of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Kanu Agabi.

He stated that the anti-graft agency receives over 20,000 corruption petitions every year, describing the scale of the theft detailed in many cases as shocking.

“I receive over 20,000 petitions in a year in respect to public corruption, all terrible. What is going on? Like every minute, public officers take money, and if you go through some of our case files you will weep.

“The way people take national resources and Nigerians are victims of these fraudulent activities. And we must come together for once in our lifetime and say no to the activities of some of our leaders,” Olukoyede said.

The EFCC boss noted that some public officers assume office with less than ₦100,000 in their accounts, but within three years, the agency traces millions of dollars to them.

He added that some individuals acquire hundreds of houses while in office, warning that corruption is crippling the nation.

Olukoyede stressed that public officers must be held accountable for their time in office, emphasizing that transparency must remain the guiding standard in public service.

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VIDEO: Police identify officer in viral video saying Obi can never be President

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The Lagos State Police Command has arrested an officer who appeared in a viral video making inappropriate remarks about Peter Obi and Igbo people while travelling on public transport.

The officer who has been identified as INSP. Osumah Frank, was filmed saying Obi or any Igbo person can never become President of Nigeria.

In a statement released today September 25, the command’s spokesperson, SP Abimbola said the command has commenced appropriate disciplinary action against the officer in line with established regulations of the Nigeria Police Force.

Abimbola stated that the statements made by the officer were made in his personal capacity and do not represent the position, views or official disposition of the Lagos State Police Command or the Nigeria Police Force.

She added that the State Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, has reiterated the position of the command that all its personnel are expected to maintain professionalism, civility, discipline and respect for members of the public at all times. She further reaffirmed that wearing the Police uniform comes with a responsibility to uphold the dignity and integrity of the Force, and that the Command will not condone any conduct capable of bringing the Force into disrepute or undermining public confidence in the Police.

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Court rejects suit seeking fresh police investigation into late singer Mohbad’s death

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking to compel the Nigeria Police Force to conduct a fresh investigation into the death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.

Justice James Omotosho dismissed the case filed by the Registered Trustees of Break the Silence Foundation in a judgment delivered on Thursday, ruling that the foundation lacked the legal capacity to institute the suit.

The judge also described the application as speculative and lacking sufficient merit, noting that the foundation failed to produce the original police investigation report to support its claim that the earlier investigation was inadequate.

Justice Omotosho further cautioned lawyers handling ongoing cases against discussing matters before the court during media interviews or on social media, describing such conduct as professional misconduct.

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