NHM’s Swift Action: Helicopter Evacuates Accident Victim from Tobelo to Manado


PT Nusa Halmahera Minerals (NHM) President Director, Haji Robert Nitiyudo Wachjo, took decisive action to save the life of Adrian Mangete, a 40-year-old officer with the Kao Police in Halmahera, following a severe traffic accident in Upa Village, Tobelo Tengah District, North Halmahera Regency (Halut). Critically injured, Adrian was being treated at the Tobelo Regional General Hospital but urgently needed specialized medical care available only in Manado. Responding to a request from Adrian’s family, Haji Robert deployed an NHM helicopter on Friday, January 3, to airlift him to Manado for intensive treatment.

Despite these efforts, Adrian’s condition worsened. NHM’s Stakeholder Engagement Division, represented by Dodi W. Panudu, announced with great sorrow that Adrian passed away on Monday, January 6.

“On behalf of Haji Robert and the entire NHM team, we extend our deepest condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time. We did everything within our power to save him, but ultimately, it was God’s will. After being flown to Manado, Adrian received intensive care, but at 7:10 AM WITA on Monday, we were informed that he had passed away at Prof. Dr. Kandou Manado Hospital,” said Dodi.

Following Adrian’s passing, NHM continued to provide support to his family. On January 8, NHM arranged for the transfer of his body from Sofifi to his family using an NHM ambulance.



The rescue efforts garnered widespread appreciation, including from Chatrine Soputan, a member of the North Halmahera DPRD. She expressed her gratitude, saying, “We are incredibly thankful for NHM’s quick response and genuine concern for the community, particularly in the mining areas. May God bless Mr. Haji and the NHM team with health, prosperity, and continued success.”

Since Haji Robert assumed majority ownership of NHM in early 2020, the company has become a lifeline for countless individuals in Halut and Malut through its proactive medical assistance programs. NHM has consistently facilitated medical transport to major hospitals in Manado and Jakarta for advanced care. Haji Robert and his team remain steadfast in their commitment to the well-being of the local community, offering critical support during times of need.