ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Delta State Government says it has begun investigation into the death of four newborn babies in Delta hospital.
The babies died due to alleged negligence on the part of the doctor on duty, at the Sapele Central Hospital in the Sapele Local Government Area of the state.
The incident was confirmed by the Commissioner for Information, Charles Aniagwu during a press briefing.
He insisted that the incident must be investigated before a logical conclusion is made.
Reports has it that the doctor on duty was allegedly drunk and the hospital was without power supply at the same time
Confirming the incident, the State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Mordi Ononye, said the allegation of drunkenness is a serious one.
She added that if found guilty, the officer involved will be made to face the full wrath of the law.