A former gubernatorial candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has reacted to the death of a young female doctor, Vwaere Diaso, in the collapsed elevator at the General Hospital, Odan, Lagos Island.
In Gbadebo’s view, Diaso’s avoidable and tragic death is one incident too much to bear.
He stated that: ” the collective safety is a matter of life and death, and it is not sufficient for regulators to assert their authority solely when private establishments fall short.
”Public institutions must also be subject to stringent safety standards and regular maintenance to prevent such devastating incidents.”
He argued that the culpability of the Chief Medical Director and the Facility Manager cannot be overlooked in this incident since, according to him, there were “reliable reports that show that the management had been repeatedly warned about the faulty elevator, yet they failed to take appropriate action to rectify the situation.”
He added: “Their negligence has resulted in the loss of a precious life, and they must be held accountable for their inaction. Their negligence in failing to address the repeated complaints about the faulty elevator shows a grave disregard for the safety and lives of those using the facility.
“This tragedy serves as a stark reminder that the government and healthcare authorities must prioritize the safety of citizens and medical practitioners alike.
”It is essential to instil a sense of responsibility and accountability at all levels of governance to ensure that such avoidable disasters never happen again.
“Let us unite in demanding justice for the late doctor and work towards a future where no one’s life is endangered due to the negligence of those entrusted with our wellbeing.”
