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Rico Swavey: Hospital debunks claims of negligence
By Funmilayo Olusanya
Doren Specialist Hospital has refuted allegations that Rico Swavey, a deceased former Big Brother Naija housemate, was neglected by its staff.
In a statement released on Friday, the hospital stated that it was the friends and Good Samaritan who took the video of the BBNaija star lying on his hospital bed and not any of its employees.
Rico Swavey
After spending hours on life support following a vehicle accident on Tuesday, Rico Swavey passed away on Thursday.
Following the star’s passing, a video that displayed confused medical personnel around Rico as he lay on a hospital bed trended on Twitter.
A tweep who shared the video simply said, “Health attendants were just making videos and laughing while someone was dying. Sorry Rico #ricoswavey.”
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The video has been trailed by outrage at the health workers and the facility which many speculated was Doren Hospital, Ajah, Lagos State.
On Thursday, Rico’s close friend and fellow housemate, Alex Unusual, also slammed hospitals which do not promptly attend to patients rushed into their facility.
“May God punish these hospitals that take time to start working on people that are rushed to the hospital. You have caused so much pain all for what? What is money that you let lives go like this by stalling?,” she wrote on her Instagram stories.
Doren has, however, debunked allegations of its health workers denying Swavey of prompt medical attention.
A statement shared via the hospital’s Instagram page on Friday detailed the treatment given to the reality TV star on arrival at the hospital, and also stated that its nurses were not responsible for the viral video.
The statement claimed that an “unknown patient” was brought in bleeding and “smelling of alcohol”, given first aid, and afterwards referred to Evercare hospital for “urgent neurosurgical review.”
The statement read in part, “Efforts were made to trace his family and one female friend of his (Miss Ify Helen Eze, phone no- 070**) came into the facility to see him. She and the good Samaritan who brought the patient were told of the severity of his condition, and the need of urgent neurosurgical review and also the need to be referred to Evercare hospital. Miss Ify Helen Eze fainted on seeing his condition and she had to be resuscitated
“A detailed referral letter was written and given to the relations. After an initial reluctance, they accepted the letter. But before leaving the two of them (Miss Ify and the Good Samaritan) decided to make a video to exonerate themselves from being implicated as being responsible for the patient’s condition. Most likely Miss Ify Helen Eze and her partner (Good Samaritan) are the people who videoed and posted on social media for reasons best known to them.
“Doren Nurses pleaded with them to help take the patient to the vehicle and stop videoing. At no point in time did a Doren staff video the patient or laugh. One of the nurses spoke in Hausa trying to persuade them to assist in moving the patient who has already been positioned on our stair chair ready to be moved to the vehicle. Instead they kept videoing.
“The following morning, our nurses reached out to Miss Ify Helen Eze to find out about the current condition of the patient and we were told the patient was currently hospitalised and receiving care in Evercare Hospital. 72 hours after the referral from Doren Specialist Hospital, we were shocked to hear that the young man had passed on. Doren and its staff empathise with the family of the deceased.”
The hospital also announced that it was currently conducting an investigation into the true origin of the video in collaboration with the Lagos State Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency.
American rapper 50 Cent has asserted that his counterpart, Jay-Z, is keeping a low profile amidst ongoing legal troubles involving Diddy’s sexual assault cases.
In remarks made by 50 Cent, he suggests that the renowned rapper, known for hits like “Young Forever,” will remain out of the public eye until Diddy’s legal issues are resolved.
Jay-Z, the head of Roc Nation, has noticeably been less visible in recent years, with occasional high-profile appearances such as at the Grammys or alongside his spouse, Beyoncé.
50 Cent, however, insists that Jay-Z’s absence from public view is a deliberate move in response to Diddy’s legal challenges.
Taking to his Instagram account, 50 Cent stated: “Jay is laying low; he won’t be seen until this situation with Puff clears up. No social gatherings, no public outings. It’s all on me; I’m out here.”
Reports reported that Diddy, a close associate of Jay-Z, is currently facing multiple allegations of sexual assault, including accusations of attempting to engage in sexual activity with a record producer.
The situation has prompted various reactions within the entertainment industry, with concerns raised about the impact on Diddy’s reputation and the broader implications for those associated with him.
In light of these developments, Jay-Z’s decision to maintain a low profile underscores the seriousness of the situation and the need for caution among his peers.
As the legal proceedings against Diddy unfold, the entertainment world awaits further developments and potential implications for those connected to the embattled music mogul.
Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy has made headlines yet again, this time for his candid revelation about fatherhood.
During an Instagram live session with fans, the ‘African Giant’ artist disclosed his stance on not having children at the moment.
Citing his desire to provide the same love and attention he received from his parents, Burna Boy emphasized his commitment to wait until he is settled and capable of dedicating himself fully to parenthood.
He stated, “Why haven’t I had kids yet? Bro, because I don’t want to have kids yet.” Brushing off speculations about his fertility, Burna Boy clarified that such rumors were irrelevant, asserting that when the time is right, he will embrace fatherhood.
This statement adds another layer to the multi-dimensional persona of Burna Boy, known for his introspective lyrics and unapologetic demeanor.
As fans await his next musical endeavor, Burna Boy continues to captivate audiences not only with his music but also with his personal revelations.
Wunmi Aloba, the wife of the late Nigerian singer, Ileriowa Aloba, known as Mohbad, has issued a heartfelt plea, urging her deceased husband not to rest amidst swirling controversies surrounding his autopsy report.
The renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Wahab Shittu, revealed that the toxicology test conducted on the late music icon failed to ascertain the cause of death, citing decomposition of the body as a hindrance to conclusive findings.
Shittu further disclosed that the pathologist suggested the possibility of the death being linked to a reaction from administered drugs.
Reacting to these developments, Wunmi took to her Instagram handle, posting a poignant message, “Ilerioluwa do not sleep,” indicating her desire for truth and justice in her husband’s untimely demise. The public awaits further updates as investigations into Mohbad’s death continue to unfold.
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