POLAC Clarifies On Death Of Cadet, Says Sulaiman was Discharged From Hospital Before Unfortunate Demise

Authorities of the Nigerian Police Academy (POLAC,), Wudil, Kano have said that the vital organs of one of its Cadet’s, Mr. Sulaiman Jika who died recently at the institution were declared normal upon examination and all necessary medical steps were taken to treat him.

“Following a diligent course of treatment and his gradual recovery, he was certified fit and discharged by the Medical Doctor on call the next day, and tasked to return at regular intervals for checks which he adhered to.

“We regrettably report his untimely passing”, the Academy said. There had been reports in the social media alleging that the Cadet died as a result of lack of proper medicare and poor feeding.

Spokesman of the Academy, ASP Hussain Suleman however said the POLAC authorities did all that was necessary and the Cadet was discharged from hospital after he was certified fit but with instructions to come back for routine check- up before he died.

He said in a statement, “The Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC) is deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of its cherished Cadet’s, Mr. Sulaiman Jika, who succumbed to a brief and unexpected illness.

“Jika, a dedicated Cadet from the Department of Computer Science, was a proud native of Adamawa state.

“On 29th August, 2023, he sought medical attention at the Academy Clinic due to an ailment.

“Following a diligent course of treatment and his gradual recovery, he was certified fit and discharged by the Medical Doctor on call the next day, and tasked to return at regular intervals for checks which he adhered to.

“However, fate took an unforeseen turn.

“On 2nd September 2023, he was once again admitted to the clinic for further examination and care following a complaint of restlessness.

“Though his vitals were normal upon examination and all necessary medical steps were taken, we regrettably report his untimely passing.

“The Commandant of the Nigeria Police Academy, AIG Sadiq Idris Abubakar, extends his deepest condolences to the grieving family, friends, and loved ones of Cadet Sulaiman Jika.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this period of profound sorrow.

“May God Almighty grant them the strength and resilience to bear this heavy loss.”