Fake Doctor Arrested for Performing Illegal Abortion Resulting in Death

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Detectives from the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested a fake medical doctor, Sunday Okon Akpan, for allegedly performing an illegal abortion that led to the death of a 35-year-old woman, Blessing Sunday Etim. The victim worked at Full Life Medical Centre in Ikot Obio Odong community, where the suspect, who is not a licensed medical doctor or nurse, owned and operated the facility. The suspect attempted to dump the deceased's body in her room but was caught by a co-tenant, who raised the alarm. The police launched an investigation and found a premature fetus exiting the victim's private part, leading to the suspect's arrest.

Key Takeaways:

  • The suspect, Sunday Okon Akpan, is a fake medical doctor who owns and operates Full Life Medical Centre in Ikot Obio Odong community.
  • The victim, Blessing Sunday Etim, worked at the suspect's medical centre and died from a suspected illegal abortion performed by the accused.
  • The suspect was attempting to secretly dump the deceased's body in her room when a co-tenant discovered him and raised the alarm.
  • A premature fetus was found exiting the victim's private part, providing evidence of the illegal abortion.
  • The suspect is not a licensed medical doctor or nurse, but a community health practitioner.
  • The health centre has been found deserted, and the body of the deceased has been deposited at a morgue for preservation.
  • An autopsy is pending, and further investigations are ongoing to gather more information.

Statistics:

  • The suspect, Sunday Okon Akpan, is a 35-year-old male.
  • The victim, Blessing Sunday Etim, was a 35-year-old female.
  • The incident occurred on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 09:30 hours.
  • A premature fetus was found exiting the victim's private part.
  • The body of the deceased has been deposited at a morgue for preservation.

Sources:

  • Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Timfon John, public relations officer of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command.
  • An unnamed co-tenant who discovered the suspect attempting to dump the deceased's body.
  • An unnamed woman who reported her daughter, Blessing Sunday Etim, missing.