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‘One-Chance’: Outrage as lady pushed out of moving vehicle dies in Abuja + VIDEO
‘One-Chance’: Outrage as lady pushed out of moving vehicle dies in Abuja + VIDEO
Greatness Olorunfemi, a ‘one-chance’ victim and member of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Network, has passed away.
In a viral video, one West Robinson, was seen narrating how she was rescued but allegedly neglected at the Maitama General Hospital, Abuja, for not providing a police report.
Robinson said the victim was severely injured after robbers threw her out of the vehicle along the Maitama-Kubwa Expressway.
He narrated in the video, with the victim lying on the floor, that he and some bystanders had rushed her to the hospital, where she died after being denied treatment.
“Good evening, it’s your brother West Robinson reporting live. This lady was just pushed down from a vehicle between Maitama and Kubwa Expressway. Unfortunately, the nurses and the medical doctors that were on duty at the Maitama General Hospital when this woman was brought in refused that this girl should be taken inside.
“This is what we have been saying. For them to attend to her, they are saying there are procedures and they just shut their gate against us and she died. This is what is happening here in Maitama General Hospital,” he said.
Nigerians on X, formerly Twitter, have now taken to the platform to call out the hospital.
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Below are some of such comments:
Writing via @Ademola81525182, one Ademola Adeyemi said: “That was how they almost wasted my life in the year 2020 June 22nd to be precise when I had a car accident in which I sustained a spinal cord injury after administering first aids treatment they discharged me without finding out if I am okay.”
@TomiwaBabalola: “They swore to save lives but they end up contributing to untimely deaths… the tale of Nigerian hospitals and their staff… 💔”
@GloriaOgu3: “Why is Nigeria’s wicked? Why Nigeria hospitals and armed forces wicked”
@DipoSpeak: “Can’t fathom where the humanity is right now , how wicked and heartless can people be , how do people sleep at night knowing a life was lost due to outright wickedness or negligence.”
@Maybeks: “Hospitals have to account for such negligence otherwise these events will continue to happen.”
The hospital is yet to react to the development. Calls put through to a line found on its website went unaswered.
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Meanwhile, the YALI Network says it will leave no stone unturned as it seeks justice for its member and other Nigerians who have lost their lives in the hands of criminals.
The Coordinator YALI Network Abuja, Ms. Moyosoluwa Oladayo while condoling the family, described. Olorunfemi as a dedicated and committed member of the network.
Oladayo said: “The unfortunate event that led to Greatness’ death is a testament to the rising insecurity in Abuja. An investigation should be launched to ensure that those responsible are brought to book.
“We also got some damning reports of rejection and abandonment from the emergency section of the Maitama general hospital. We are currently engaging with the Nigeria Police to investigate the matter even as we feel Maitama General Hospital contravened the National Health Act that was passed in 2014.
“The law states that “a health care provider, health worker, or health establishment shall not refuse a person emergency medical treatment for any reason, and anyone that goes against the law is liable to a fine of N100,000, a jail term of six months or both, upon conviction.”
“Also the National Assembly in July 2017 passed the Compulsory Treatment and Care of Victims of Gunshots Bill, aimed at ensuring that victims of gunshot wounds receive treatment from medical workers and assistance from security agencies.”
‘One-Chance’: Outrage as lady pushed out of moving vehicle dies in Abuja + VIDEO
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Fire guts new NNPCL tank farm in Lagos
Fire guts new NNPCL tank farm in Lagos
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited, NNPCL Tank Farm at Kayode Street, Marine Beach, in the Apapa area of Lagos was on Friday was gutted by fire.
According to an eyewitness, Mr Tunde Are, the raging fire starter at about 11:00 am.
He said people ran helter-skelter to contain the fire before a rescue team arrived.
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The rescue team, led by the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Lagos State Emergency Management Authority, LASEMA, were still battling to put off the raging fire as of the time of filing this report.
The inferno, it was gathered, resulted from a spillage of petroleum products within the perimeter of the terminal
Confirming the incident, the Director, Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Mrs Margaret Adeseye, said concerted effort with various emergency responders within the oil and gas industry was on to contain the situation.
Fire guts new NNPCL tank farm in Lagos
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BREAKING: Cosmetic surgeon convicted over failed plastic surgery
BREAKING: Cosmetic surgeon convicted over failed plastic surgery
The Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted Dr. Anuoluwapo Adepoju, founder of MedContour Services Ltd., for her role in a botched plastic surgery resulting in the death of Nneka Onwuzuligbo in 2020, FIJ has reported.
Former Director-General of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, Babatunde Irukera, announced the conviction via Twitter, expressing pride in prosecuting the case.
He emphasized the importance of accountability and the justice system’s role in societal growth.
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In his tweet, Irukera, tweeting as #TundeIrukera, wrote, “Today is a day of pride for me that I personally prosecuted Anu Adepoju and her medical practice. Though I’ve left, the case has ended in a conviction strengthening the accountability framework for all in society, professionals or otherwise. This is how society should work and grow.
“Dr. Anu Adepoju and her medical practice convicted in all 5 counts charged by FCCPC. The wheel of justice may grind slowly, but we must see it through. What we need are enforced with audacity and the will to prosecute competently and diligently. Good day for consumers of professional services.”
BREAKING: Cosmetic surgeon convicted over failed plastic surgery
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Two notorious kidnappers arrested in Taraba
Two notorious kidnappers arrested in Taraba
Troops of 6 Brigade/Sector 3 Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS) of the Nigerian Army have arrested two alleged kidnappers identified as Nali Umaru and Abubakar Umaru in Pamanga village of Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State.
The two suspects arrested said to be involved in incidents of kidnappings in the area were arrested on 16 May 2024 by troops from the 20 Model Battalion Sub-Sector 3A OPWS during a patrol to Pamanga Village.
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According to a statement by the Nigerian Army, Nali Umaru (26) from Jauromani and Abubakar Umaru (25) from Jauro Damji, both of Sunkani Local Government Area of Taraba State, confessed to being part of a notorious kidnapping gang operating in the general area.
The statement indicated that two locally made pistols, 60 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, one round of 7.62mm NATO ammunition and two cartridges were recovered from the suspects.
“The arrest of these two suspected kidnappers underscores the unwavering commitment of the Nigerian Army in eradicating all forms of criminal activities and instilling confidence in the residents in the state. The public is therefore encouraged to remain vigilant and provide security agencies with timely information on any suspicious activities in their communities,” the statement indicated.
Two notorious kidnappers arrested in Taraba
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