By Daniel Edu
Shocking allegations have emerged against Doctor Noah Kekere and Murna Clinic and Maternity in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. It is claimed that patients who underwent surgeries performed by Doctor Noah Kekere may have had their organs harvested without their knowledge or consent. The allegations are causing deep concern and demand immediate investigation.
One such case involves Mrs. Kayinde Busari, who was diagnosed with appendicitis in 2017 and underwent an appendectomy performed by Doctor Noah Kekere. It is worth noting that Mrs. Busari had never undergone surgery before, including childbirth, which was all natural. During her surgery, Doctor Kekere spent an unusually long time in the operating theater, which raised no suspicion at the time among her non-medical family members.
However, six months after her surgery, Mrs. Busari began experiencing persistent pains and weakness in her right abdomen. She sought medical help from Doctor Kekere at Murna Clinic and Maternity, where she had the surgery. He provided pain relief medication, but the pain continued to worsen over the years.
In 2023, Mrs. Busari sought a second opinion at Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH). Shockingly, a scan conducted at JUTH revealed that her right kidney was missing, the same side where Doctor Kekere claimed to have removed her appendix during the surgery. This revelation left Mrs. Busari devastated and puzzled, as she had never undergone any surgery involving her kidneys.
Her husband, Mr. Kamaru Busari, immediately reported the matter to the police and had Doctor Noah Kekere arrested. Although initially denying any wrongdoing, Doctor Kekere eventually admitted to harvesting Mrs. Busari’s kidney but attributed his actions to the devil. He also attempted to settle the matter privately with financial offers.
Another CT scan, conducted to confirm the organ removal, corroborated the initial findings that Mrs. Busari’s right kidney had indeed been harvested during her surgery. Doctor Noah Kekere is now facing serious allegations of illegal organ harvesting, and the police investigation is ongoing.
This shocking case raises serious questions about the safety and ethical practices in medical facilities. The authorities, including the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN), the Federal Ministry of Health, the Plateau State government, and Governor Caleb Mutfwang, are urged to take prompt and decisive action to ensure justice is served. The case also highlights the need for robust oversight and regulation of medical procedures to protect patients’ rights and safety.
