A native of Kankara, Dr. Murtala is an exceptional scholar who graduated as the overall best medical student from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria in 2019
The young brilliant Medical Doctor, Sale Murtala, has survived the gunshots from bandit’s attack in Kankara, Katsina State.
Platforms Africa reports that this was confirmed by Professor Bashir Kurfi of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, who paid a visit to him at an hosiptal where he is receiving treatment.
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The medical community and Nigeria at large can breathe a sigh of relief as Dr. Sale Murtala, a talented and accomplished medical doctor, has miraculously survived a brutal attack by bandits at Kankara General Hospital in Katsina State.

A native of Kankara, Dr. Murtala is an exceptional scholar who graduated as the overall best medical student from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria in 2019. His impressive academic record included earning top honors in 13 subjects:
1. Physiology
2. Histopathology
3. Biochemistry
4. Surgery
5. Chemical Pathology
6. Haematology
7. Pharmacology
8. Community Medicine Project
9. Pathology
10. Community Medicine
11. Anatomy
12. Medical Microbiology
13. Surgery
Dr. Murtala’s survival is a miracle. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and concern, with many calling for improved security and protection of citizens, particularly medical professionals who risk their lives to save others.
“Nigeria needs to do better to protect its brightest and most promising talents,” said one well-wisher. “We are grateful for Dr. Murtala’s survival and wish him a speedy recovery.”
Platforms Africa