Abuja Court Adjourns ₦19m IVF Fraud Case to 2026

The Abuja High Court, presided over by Justice Akeem Fashola, has adjourned the trial of Dr. John Abeb, a medical practitioner at Joje Hospital Limited, to June 18, 2026. Dr. Abeb faces three counts of criminal conspiracy and fraud brought against him by the Inspector General of Police.

The charges stem from allegations that on August 6, 2025, he unlawfully disclosed confidential medical records of Mr. Mari Manga, causing him trauma. The second count accuses Dr. Abeb of breaching a confidentiality agreement regarding Mr. Manga's medical history.

The third count alleges that Dr. Abeb intended to defraud Mr. Manga and his wife of ₦19 million by falsely claiming ownership of their embryo. The defense counsel, Marvin Omorogb, sought to move a pending application but was instructed by Justice Fashola to allow the prosecution time to respond formally.

Dr. Abeb was granted bail during his first appearance.