Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has finally broken his silence following the death of Dr. Vwaere Diaso who fell to her death on Tuesday, 1 August.
According to multiple reports, Dr. Vwaere Diaso, died at the General Hospital after an elevator she took crashed.
It was gathered that the hospital elevator that killed the late Diaso crashed from the 10th floor to the ground floor.
It was also gathered that the late doctor was rushed to the emergency ward of the hospital for treatment but eventually died.
Following her tragic death, colleagues embarked on a protest to demand justice.
In a video trending on Twitter, House officers could be seen marching outside the hospital building with placards that carry messages such as, āIt could have been me and āThe system is rigged against young doctors,ā while they chanted: āAll we are saying, give us justice.ā
The deceased who graduated February last year, was said to be preparing for the completion of her housemanship in two weeks when the tragic incident happened.
Taking to his Facebook page on Wednesday, the state Governor commiserate withDr. Diaso’s parents, family members, friends, colleagues and the Nigeria Medical Association.
He wrote: “I was deeply saddened to hear about the tragic loss of Dr. Vwaere Diaso, a dedicated medical professional whose life was taken due to a mechanical failure within the elevator at the Doctors quarters of the General Hospital, Odan, Lagos Island. It is distressing to think that such a promising young doctor had her life cut short in such a devastating manner.
“As a parent myself, I cannot help but feel the pain and sorrow that Dr. Diaso’s loved ones must be experiencing during this difficult time. My heart goes out to her parents, family members, friends, and colleagues who are grieving this profound loss.
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“To the Nigeria Medical Association, the Medical Guild, and all doctors in Lagos State, I extend my deepest sympathies. Losing a fellow healthcare professional is a tremendous loss for the entire medical community.
“In light of this tragedy, I have taken immediate action to initiate a thorough investigation into the cause of the mechanical failure. It is my sincere commitment that this investigation will be conducted with utmost transparency and fairness, leaving no room for any biases or favoritism.
“Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this heartbreaking incident.
“May Dr. Vwaere Diaso’s soul rest in eternal peace.”