Confusion As Day-old Baby Is Stolen At Health Centre In Ekiti
According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred in the early hours of the morning shortly after the mother, a young woman in her twenties, had successfully delivered her baby. The unidentified suspect, believed to be posing as a visitor or health worker, allegedly took advantage of a moment of distraction to whisk the baby away.
Sources within the community said the mother had briefly fallen asleep when the suspect disappeared with the newborn. By the time health workers and family members realized what had happened, the woman was nowhere to be found.
The local police confirmed the report and stated that investigations are underway. They have urged members of the public to assist with any useful information that could lead to the arrest of the suspect and recovery of the baby.
The incident has sparked outrage across the state, especially among women groups who condemned the act and demanded improved security in healthcare facilities.
Many are still struggling to understand how such a thing could happen in a government-run centre, raising concerns over lax security and the need for tighter protocols to protect patients and newborns.
As of the time of this report, the baby remains missing. Authorities are calling on residents to remain alert and report suspicious individuals or movements around hospitals and health centres.
