The Nigerian Medical Association in Akwa Ibom State has threatened to sue the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for ₦1 billion over the alleged assault of doctors and staff at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital. The association made the threat after an emergency meeting held virtually on Tuesday.
The NMA says EFCC operatives stormed the hospital and arrested a cardiothoracic surgeon, Professor Eyo Ekpe, along with other staff, alleging that the officers used force, tear gas and gunshots during the operation. It also claimed medical personnel were assaulted and phones were seized.
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The association described the incident as a violation of the sanctity of the hospital environment and demanded the immediate release of all detained staff as well as a public apology from the EFCC. It said it would seek damages of ₦1 billion for what it called physical, emotional and professional harm.
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