By: Thomas Abidoye
A renowned pediatric surgeon at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Professor Lukman Olajide Abdulrahman, has successfully separated conjoined twins.
Onyeka Micheal shared the news on his official social media page, stating that the groundbreaking surgery marks a major milestone in Nigeria’s healthcare sector.
Onyeka noted that such an achievement deserves recognition, regardless of whether it gains widespread attention.
He wrote, “Professor Lukman Olajide Abdulrahman, a distinguished Pediatric Surgeon at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, has achieved a remarkable medical milestone by successfully separating conjoined twins.
“This Nigerian doctor’s expertise highlight yet another triumph in the field of pediatric surgery, showcasing excellence that deserves recognition—regardless of whether it gains widespread attention.”
The separation of conjoined twins is a rare and highly intricate procedure, often requiring months of planning, a multidisciplinary team, and cutting-edge medical technology.
Such surgeries are celebrated globally as feats of human ingenuity and compassion, and Professor Abdulrahman’s success places him among an elite group of surgeons worldwide.
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