Former Cameroonian Health Minister Hubert Nkoulou passes away at 95More Mandrax tablets allegedly found in truck at Ariamsvlei

Hubert Nkoulou, Cameroonian former Minister of Health breathed his last on Thursday, February 22, in Yaoundé at the age of 95. A pioneer in Cameroonian medical science, Nkoulou was revered for his contributions to healthcare and academia. Born on October 18, 1929, in Olembé, Batchenga, Hubert Nkoulou's journey was marked by remarkable achievements. After completing his primary education at the Catholic Mission in Bafia and secondary education at the Petit Séminaire in Akono and later at the Lycée Général Leclerc in Yaoundé, he pursued higher studies abroad. He was appointed as Minister of Public Health from June 18, 1983, to February 4, 1984. His tenure saw significant advancements in the country's healthcare infrastructure, including the construction and renovation of several hospitals across Cameroon. Nkoulou's legacy extends beyond his ministerial role as he played a pivotal role in establishing key healthcare facilities such as the General Hospital of Yaoundé, the Gynecological-Obstetric Hospital of Y aoundé, and the General Hospital of Douala. He was also instrumental in the development of pediatric services, orphanages, and leprosy treatment centers. Throughout his career, Nkoulou's dedication to healthcare and education earned him admiration and respect both nationally and internationally. Source: Cameroon News Agency KEETMANSHOOP: The Namibian Police Force (NamPol) has reported that 10 000 more Mandrax tablets were found in the truck driven by a 51-year-old suspect arrested for drug possession at the Ariamsvlei border post last week. NamPol's crime investigations coordinator for the ||Kharas Region, Deputy Commissioner Nikodemus Mbango, in an interview with Nampa on Sunday said after members of the Drug Law Enforcement Subdivision from Keetmanshoop were dispatched to the border post, Mandrax tablets valued at over N.dollars 1 million were allegedly found in the truck. This is in addition to the 6 186 full Mandrax tablets and 49 half Mandrax tablets worth a total N.dollars 745 260 that were allegedly initially found in the truck when the man was arrested around 00h30 last Sunday. 'It is alleged that the suspect entered Namibia from South Africa with a truck. When it was searched, six transparent plastic bags of suspected Mandrax tablets were found,' said Mbango. The total value of the drugs now stands at N.dollars 1 94 6 520. The man faces one count of dealing in prohibited dependence-producing substances and he is expected to appear in the Karasburg Magistrate's Court on Tuesday. Police investigations continue. Source: The Namibia Press Agency