The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has announced the death of the association former national president, Mr. Dauda Mohammed.
Mr. Mohammed, 38, was the NANS president between 2011-2012, died after a protracted illness.
This was disclosed by the current NANS’ President, Comrade Chinonso Obasi, who spoke with newsmen in Abuja,
Obasi, said Mohammed died on Sunday before getting to India where he had gone for medical treatment.
Comrade Obasi further explained that the mail sent to him by Artemis Group of Hospitals, Delhi, India indicated that Mohammed passed on five minutes before landing at Delhi Airport.
According to the mail, the hospital would conduct an autopsy on October 3 after which his remains would be released for transportation back to Nigeria.
It was gathered that the deceased departed Abuja for India on September 30 to receive treatment for liver cirrhosis.
Reports also gathered that Niger State Government had released N14 million for medical bill after an appeal by NANS.
“We declare on month mourning and national action against cancer as we pray God to console his family.
“We also declare a national action against cancer and appeal the governments at all levels to be more proactive on issues pertaining to the health of citizens.
“Medical facilities in Nigeria should be standardised to enable our medical personnel handle complex forms of sicknesses,’’ Obasi said.
The NANS president said that Mohammed’s family had been informed of his demise.
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