kidnappers of Dr. Abu Babatunde, the medical doctor abducted in Auchi, have been arrested after visiting the hospital where he works to seek medical care.

 

Suspected kidnappers of Dr. Abu Babatunde, the medical doctor abducted in Auchi, Edo State, have been arrested after visiting the hospital where he works to seek medical care. 

Fidelis Chidi blog gathered that the suspects were reportedly apprehended after bringing their sick baby to the same hospital where Dr. Babatunde is employed for treatment.

The arrest comes weeks after the doctor was kidnapped alongside his younger brother along City Pride Road in the Igbira Camp area of Auchi on January 1, 2026.

While the kidnappers demanded a N200 million ransom, the younger brother was later killed in captivity. Dr. Babatunde regained his freedom after spending 13 days with the abductors.

Police authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the arrest of the suspects or provide further details on the circumstances surrounding their capture

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DR CHIDI FIDELIS 

PRO

NAGGMDP 

DELTA STATE 

*GOD BLESS NIGERIA*

SEE PICTURES.....OMIWA FOUNDATION USA DID WONDERS IN ASABA TODAY 7TH FEBRUARY 2026

Dr Ochonogor Onochie addressing the crowd.

The medical outreach organized by OMIWA Foundation USA was truly exceptional and impactful, as it was successfully carried out today, 7th February 2026, at Living Faith Mission, Bonsac Area of Asaba.

In line with its unwavering commitment to humanitarian service and community health development, the Foundation brought quality, compassionate, and accessible healthcare directly to the people. The outreach recorded an impressive turnout of beneficiaries from Bonsac and surrounding communities, many of whom had limited or no access to regular medical care.

A team of dedicated medical professionals rendered free medical consultations, comprehensive health screenings, diagnosis, counseling, and distribution of essential medications to patients across different age groups. Various medical conditions including hypertension, diabetes, infections, musculoskeletal disorders, and general illnesses were professionally managed, alongside appropriate health education and preventive guidance.

The exercise was conducted in an atmosphere of empathy, professionalism, and excellence. Beneficiaries expressed deep appreciation to OMIWA Foundation USA for the timely intervention, describing the outreach as life-changing and a source of renewed hope and relief.

The success of the medical outreach at Bonsac further reaffirms OMIWA Foundation USA’s commitment to advancing community health, promoting equity in healthcare delivery, and touching lives at the grassroots. It stands as a clear testament to the Foundation’s enduring mission of service to humanity

Signed:

Dr. CHIDI FIDELIS
Director of Protocols
OMIWA Foundation USA

Names of professionals

*Consultations*

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*Nursing*

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