The mourning of Nigerian singer, BmBabby for her deceased brother has shaken many hearts. She claims that her brother was denied medical treatment, allegedly due to the fear of COVID-19. According to her, she made efforts to seek medical attention for her ailing brother, but encountered refusals from doctors and medical personnel. The singer lamented their lack of response and called out the incompetence within Nigeria, attributing her brother’s demise to the country’s failure to prioritize care and compassion for its citizens.
The distressing incident comes in the wake of a warning from the Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire, who expressed concerns over reports of hospitals turning away patients with ailments other than COVID-19, out of fear of the virus. This worrying trend is a stark reminder of the broader impact of the pandemic on healthcare systems and individual lives. The singer’s emotional outpouring has drawn attention to the apparent neglect and mistreatment faced by non-COVID patients amid the global health crisis.
A video of BmBabby mourning her brother’s tragic fate has been shared online, providing a poignant glimpse into the personal toll of the current healthcare climate. The singer’s heartfelt words capture the deep sense of loss and frustration caused by the healthcare system’s response to the pandemic. Her story serves as a sobering reminder of the human cost of the pandemic and the need for a comprehensive and compassionate approach to healthcare in these challenging times.