Advocacy group demands immediate release of El-Rufai’s doctor
Muslim Rights Concern, MURIC, has called on the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to release Professor Bello Abubakar, the personal physician to former Kaduna State governor Mallam Nasir El-Rufai. The medical professional was arrested over alleged false statements.
MURIC described the arrest as unjust and unfair, stressing that medical personnel are respected globally for their integrity. According to MURIC's Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, the physician might be compelled to release information against his ethical rules in a detention setting, which could endanger patient confidentiality.
Here’s what you need to know:
MURIC’s Call for Release
In a statement signed by Akintola, MURIC condemned the arrest as ‘arbitrary, alien to global best practices and absolutely uncalled for.’ The group insisted that Abubakar committed no offense meriting his detention.
Medical Compromise
Akintola commented, 'We condemn this arrest. It is arbitrary, alien to global best practices and absolutely uncalled for. This arrest stands in contradistinction to democratic principles. We therefore demand the unconditional release of the doctor with immediate effect.' The statement warned that anything can happen behind bars, especially concerning sensitive patient information.
ICPC’s Reason
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission is investigating Professor Abubakar over alleged false statements. While ICPC did not elaborate on the nature of the allegations, MURIC believes that such charges against a medical professional should be treated with utmost caution to maintain public trust in healthcare.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are MURIC’s demands?
MURIC is requesting ICPC to immediately release Professor Bello Abubakar, who was arrested over alleged false statements.
Why do they believe the arrest was unjust?
MURIC maintains that medical professionals like Dr. Abubakar are respected worldwide for their professional conduct and confidentiality rules, making their immediate release critical to upholding ethical standards.