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Tragedy In Akwa Ibom: Family Blames General Hospital For Death Of Mother And Newborn After C-Section (Videos)
The Akwa Ibom State Government has launched an investigation into the tragic deaths of a mother and her newborn following a caesarean section at the General Hospital, Ikot Ekpene.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A video circulating on social media showed the woman’s sister, Ndifreke Amos, in tears as she accused hospital staff of negligence. According to her, she rushed her pregnant sister to the hospital on Saturday, August 30, 2025, for an emergency caesarean section but was told no doctors were available.
She alleged that the expectant mother was left unattended for more than three hours without any medical intervention. When surgery was eventually carried out, the baby had already died. By Sunday morning, the mother also passed away due to excessive bleeding.
“My sister died because there were no doctors. They didn’t open the theatre; she was abandoned for hours,” Ndifreke cried in the viral video, appealing directly to the state governor for justice. She further alleged that requests for blood in anticipation of complications were ignored until it was too late.
Reacting to the incident, Governor Umo Eno expressed deep sympathy to the bereaved family and directed the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ekem Emmanuel John, to set up a high-powered commission of inquiry comprising medical and legal experts.
In a statement, the government said:
“The attention of the Akwa Ibom State Government has been drawn to a video concerning the unfortunate deaths of a young mother and her newborn following a caesarean birth at the General Hospital, Ikot Ekpene. His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno, PhD, sympathises deeply with the family and has directed the immediate constitution of a commission of inquiry to establish the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident and recommend preventive measures.”
The Commissioner for Health, accompanied by a team from the Ministry, visited the hospital at 12:10 a.m. for a preliminary inquiry and to gather firsthand accounts from staff and witnesses.
The government reiterated its commitment to reducing maternal and infant mortality, stressing that it has been investing heavily in healthcare infrastructure, recruiting skilled personnel, and improving emergency response systems.
It also assured the public that the investigation will be transparent and that any confirmed cases of negligence will attract appropriate sanctions.
“We appeal for calm and understanding as the government works to uncover the truth and strengthen maternal and child healthcare in Akwa Ibom State. The health
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