Nurse dies during asthma attack at Ogun psychiatric hospital as colleague alleges oxygen failure

A nurse, Taiwo Godwin Ayodeji, a post-basic nursing student at the School of Nursing, Aro, passed away after experiencing an asthma attack at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Eyewitnesses claim Ayodeji, who had a history of asthma, was playing football when he began to struggle for breath. Upon arrival at the hospital's emergency unit, Ayodeji was still capable of walking.

According to an eyewitness, the deceased was placed on oxygen equipment, but the oxygen supply was not turned on. The eyewitness further alleged that by the time medical staff arrived, Ayodeji's condition had worsened, with a weak pulse and dilated pupils. Attempts to secure his airway were unsuccessful, and Ayodeji was pronounced dead.

This incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about medical negligence within the hospital. The management of the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, confirmed Ayodeji's death and announced an investigation. They expressed deep sorrow over the loss and promised a thorough, impartial, and transparent inquiry. The hospital urged the public to remain calm while the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident proceeds.