Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has described the death of Dr. Vwaere Diaso in a elevator accident on Tuesday as tragic, vowing to probe the incident.
Dr. Diaso lost her life due to a mechanical failure within the elevator at the Doctors’ quarters of the General Hospital, Odan, Lagos Island.
Sanwo-Olu who, in a statement, described the death of Diaso as devastating, empathised with the deceased family.
“In light of this tragedy, I have taken immediate action to initiate a thorough investigation into the cause of the mechanical failure,” he said.
“It is my sincere commitment that this investigation will be conducted with utmost transparency and fairness, leaving no room for any biases or favoritism.
“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 Doctor’s 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.”
Sanwo-Olu also sympathised with the Medical Guild, the Nigeria Medical Association, the Medical Guild, and all doctors in Lagos State.
“I extend my deepest sympathies. Losing a fellow a healthcare professional is a tremendous loss for the entire medical community.” he said.
