Chaos erupted at Okeyimi Health Centre in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, after a newborn baby mysteriously vanished from the hospital less than 24 hours after birth.
The shocking incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, when health workers discovered the baby was missing during a routine check.
The disappearance sparked panic and confusion among hospital staff, patients, and the baby’s family. As part of an ongoing investigation:
The baby’s mother, a security guard, and two hospital staff were arrested for questioning.
The hospital is yet to release an official statement.
Ekiti State Police spokesperson, SP Sunday Abutu, confirmed the arrest of four suspects and disclosed that the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) had been directed to lead a full-scale investigation.
“The suspects are providing useful information. We are committed to finding the missing baby,” Abutu said.
The incident has heightened public concern over security and accountability in public health facilities across Nigeria.
