The Labour Party, LP, Governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has called for the suspension of Chief Medical Doctor and the Facility Manager of General Hospital, Odan, Lagos Island where Dr. Vwaere Diaso, a medical officer undergoing her housemanship died.
Dr. Diaso lost her life after being in an elevator that reportedly crashed from the tenth floor of the hospital.
Rhodes-Vivour expressed deep shock and disbelief over the tragic passing of a rising star in a profession whose adherents symbolize compassion and dedication, saying the incident was too much to bear.
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While condoling with the deceased family and friends, he said it was disconcerting that the wife of the Lagos state governor took it upon herself to address the protesting doctors.
“While empathy is appreciated, it is crucial to question why the permanent secretary or the governor himself did not think it compulsory and necessary to show up in person at such a sensitive moment,” Rhodes-Vivour added.
According to him, Lagos residents’ lives must be valued, and there must be an unwavering commitment to a no-nonsense culture in the management of public buildings.
“Our collective safety is a matter of life and death, and it is not sufficient for regulators to assert their authority solely when private establishments fall short. Public institutions must also be subject to stringent safety standards and regular maintenance to prevent such devastating incidents.
“The culpability of the Chief Medical Doctor and the Facility Manager cannot be overlooked in this incident.”
Rhodes-Vivour added that there are reliable reports that show that the management had been repeatedly warned about the faulty elevator, yet they failed to take appropriate action to rectify the situation.
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He said the death of the doctor was a result of negligence from the hospital management, hence they must be held accountable for their inaction.
“Their negligence in failing to address the repeated complaints about the faulty elevator shows a grave disregard for the safety and lives of those using the facility.
“This tragedy serves as a stark reminder that the government and healthcare authorities must prioritize the safety of citizens and medical practitioners alike. It is essential to instill a sense of responsibility and accountability at all levels of governance to ensure that such avoidable disasters never happen again. Let us unite in demanding justice for the late doctor and work towards a future where no one’s life is endangered due to the negligence of those entrusted with our wellbeing.”
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