Police parade two doctors, others over kidney harvesting in Nasarawa
Nigerian police parade two doctors and two others involved in an alleged kidney harvesting and human trafficking syndicate operating in Nasarawa State. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-parade-two-doctors-others-over-kidney-harvesting-in-nasarawa/
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested four individuals suspected of involvement in an organ harvesting and human trafficking ring operating in Nasarawa State. The suspects—Emmanuel Ode, Dr Benjamin Oyime, Dr Daniel Otukpa, and David Idoko—were apprehended by the Special Tactical Squad during a sting operation on August 19, 2026.
The officers revealed that Ode confessed to luring victims with false promises, such as procuring a kidney from Wellington Hospital in Abuja for $1,250 USD in 2026. Another victim claimed a similar incident occurred in 2022, with the suspect paid ₦7,000,000 (Seven Million Naira) for the procedure. The suspects allegedly took advantage of the financial desperation of young people in Nasarawa State and its surroundings to obtain consent for illegal organ harvesting.
Evidence suggests the individuals forged documents, including victims' identities and consent letters, to carry out these criminal activities. Police recovered clothing purchased with the crime proceeds as part of the investigation. Authorities are still pursuing other suspects linked to the syndicate.
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