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Enugu NMA demands answers from DSS, police over surgeon arrest
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Enugu NMA demands answers from DSS, police over surgeon arrest

The Enugu State branch of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has condemned the arrest of Emeritus Professor Martin Aghaji, a prominent cardiothoracic surgeon, who was reportedly taken from his home in Enugu. The NMA stated that the reasons for the arrest were not officially communicated by security agencies and expressed concerns about the lack of transparency and respect for due process. The association has engaged with various government and security authorities, including the Department of State Services and the Nigeria Police Force, to investigate the circumstances of the arrest. The NMA emphasized that all citizens deserve to be treated with dignity and in accordance with due process, and it has vowed to protect Prof. Aghaji's constitutional rights, including access to legal representation and medical care. The NMA also announced plans to hold an emergency general meeting to discuss further actions. Meanwhile, the Enugu State Police Command has distanced itself from the arrest.

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Enugu NMA demands answers from DSS, police over surgeon arrest

The Enugu State branch of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has condemned the arrest of Emeritus Professor Martin Aghaji, a prominent cardiothoracic surgeon, who was reportedly taken from his home in Enugu. The NMA stated that the reasons for the arrest were not officially communicated by security agencies and expressed concerns about the lack of transparency and respect for due process. The association has engaged with various government and security authorities, including the Department of State Services and the Nigeria Police Force, to investigate the circumstances of the arrest. The NMA emphasized that all citizens deserve to be treated with dignity and in accordance with due process, and it has vowed to protect Prof. Aghaji's constitutional rights, including access to legal representation and medical care. The NMA also announced plans to hold an emergency general meeting to discuss further actions. Meanwhile, the Enugu State Police Command has distanced itself from the arrest.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the situation objectively, focusing on the NMA's response to the arrest and their efforts to secure the professor's rights. It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or omission of context. The framing remains neutral, emphasizing the call for due process,

Why these scores (Factual 95 · Objective 85): Highly factual with detailed information about the event, including dates, names, and actions taken by the NMA. The article presents the situation as reported by the NMA without adding unverified details. Slightly less objective due to the use of emotionally charged terms like 'deep concern' and 'st

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