DEATH OF SNAKE BITE VICTIM: FMC ABUJA DISMISSES ALLEGATION OF LACK OF CARE IN THE CASE OF IFUNANYA LUCY
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DEATH OF SNAKE BITE VICTIM: FMC ABUJA DISMISSES ALLEGATION OF LACK OF CARE IN THE CASE OF IFUNANYA LUCY
The Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, has dismissed allegations circulating on social media suggesting that it failed to provide adequate medical care to Ms. #Ifunany Lucy Nwagene, who died from complications resulting from a snake bite.
In a statement signed by the Head of Clinical Services, Dr. Bioku Muftau, the hospital disclosed that Ms. Nwagene was brought to the facility on January 31, 2026, after suffering a snake bite that led to severe neurotoxic complications.
According to the statement, medical personnel at the centre responded immediately upon her arrival, administering emergency care that included resuscitation, intravenous fluids, intranasal oxygen, and polyvalent anti-snake venom.
The management of the Federal Medical Centre expressed its deepest condolences to the Nwagene family, describing the incident as a tragic loss and extending heartfelt sympathies during the difficult period.
FMC Abuja strongly refuted claims of non-availability of anti-snake venom and allegations of inadequate medical response, stating that such reports are unfounded and do not reflect the facts of the case.
The hospital reaffirmed its confidence in the professionalism, dedication, and quality of service of its medical team, while restating its commitment to transparency, integrity, and excellence in patient care.
The Federal Medical Centre also advised the public to rely on credible sources for information and refrain from spreading unverified reports on social media.