Lagos Hospital Accused of Negligence in Pregnant Woman's Death

A grieving husband in Lagos, Nigeria, is accusing As Salam Convalescent Centre of medical negligence resulting in the death of his heavily pregnant wife. He claims the hospital refused treatment unless he paid a 500,000 Naira deposit. "The doctor told me to deposit 500k and I begged him to start doing whatever is needed to save my wife," he recounts in a heartbreaking video posted online. The man, identified as Akinbobola Akintunde Folajimi, states that the hospital's refusal forced him to delay crucial medical care, ultimately leading to his wife's death. The video, which has garnered significant attention online, raises serious questions about healthcare accessibility and affordability in Nigeria. While the hospital has yet to issue an official statement, the incident has sparked a public outcry and calls for investigation into the matter. This tragic event underscores the urgent need for affordable and accessible healthcare for all Nigerians.