A devastating incident has shaken the Nigerian medical community, leaving many in shock and outrage. A young doctor, identified as Dr. Joe Madu, has lost his life after reportedly being denied sick leave by his employers.
The heartbreaking news was shared by Dr. Richard Chukwuezi, a colleague and friend of the deceased doctor. Dr. Richard took to social media to express his grief and frustration, sharing screenshots of his conversation with Dr. Joe, who had complained of a severe cough and chest pain.
Dr. Richard’s emotional post read: “Dr. Joe Madu, we’re all still in shock. Your country failed you, the health system you sacrificed your life for failed you too. We know you’re now in a place of rest. So sad to say, but rest in power, bro.”
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and concern about the working conditions of healthcare professionals in Nigeria. Many have taken to social media to express their condolences and frustration, calling for better treatment and protection of doctors and other medical staff.
Ebereayoka: “Why can’t they just stay at home and not come to work? Anything that wants to happen when he resumes should happen.”
Priestess11: “Them no gree and you no go??? This is so heartbreaking.”
Lois_juliak: “This is not ordinary death because in this country way Doctors sabi cover for each other on shift even we nurses when we Dey sick we de exchange shift that is if we don’t want to take sick leave oo so someone say no to you and you stayed naaa this story is not complete because I will leave that work place and never return there is more to this than just denial of sick leave.”
Victorvitalmusic: “You’re a doctor with your license person no gree give you sick leave you still Dey there… people joking with your lives… me once I’m feeling some type of way, if my Boss like let heaven fall down, I’m off…. Once you die, next week someone is taking your place.”
Drbammys_couture: “As a house officer in one of the Lagos State General hospital, I recall a consultant telling me he didn’t care that I had a fibular fracture and was out of work for months. Hmmmm! In the profession ehn, Na doctors dey do themselves pass.”
Iamwittyposh: “No man born of a woman will ever deny me sick leave, to h£ll with you and your employment…. Rest in power Doc.”
