Interesting!
After ten years of waiting, a couple was today blessed with quintuplets
comprising of 3 girls and 2 boys in the University of Calabar Teaching
Hospital.
According to
history, this would be the first time the UCTH, and Cross River State as a
whole is witnessing such a miracle.
The proud
father of the quintuplets, Dr. Ekpo Edet, could not hold back his joy and
excitement as he could be seen beaming with smiles. The proud father said:
"I want
to thank God almighty, He’s a faithful God. The first time in the history of
Cross River State, the first time in the history of UCTH. Five at a go! God has
been just been faithful as we have concluded the first phase and the doctors
have confirmed that the babies are kicking. We are entering into the second
phase and I know it’s not going to be easy but I solicit for support from all
well-meaning Nigerians, all my friends and well-wishers."
Speaking upon
meeting the parents of the quintuplets, the governor's wife, Linda Ayade,
expressed her delight as this was another first in the State’s history. She
said it’s a sign of good tidings in the state and country at large. She thanked
the new mother for opting for professional services of birth attendants. Her
Excellency after showering the babies with prayers further made a donation of
one million naira to the celebrating couple and another five hundred thousand
naira to the medical experts who made sure the babies were delivered
successfully. Including the lady that had a set of twins upon entering the new
year.
The State
Commissioner for Health , Dr. Inyang Asibong, congratulated the father of the
babies who in spite of the whole tension and expectations during the period of
the pregnancy was steadfast as it has been a long wait for the couple. She
thanked the very capable Obstetrics and Gynecology team for their
professionalism and also the pediatrics team who will be taking over to ensure
the babies stay healthy.
The
quintuplets are currently in the Special Care Babies Unit and are in very good
condition
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