From Paul Osuyi, Asaba
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, on Thursday described the death of Dr. Vwaire Diaso as unfortunate, saying that the tragic incident could have been avoided.
Diaso, a medical doctor and native of Ewu Kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, reportedly died at the General Hospital, Lagos Island, when the elevator she used crashed from the 9th floor to the ground floor.
Oborevwori in a condolence message, sent his heart-felt condolences to the Diaso family and the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA).
The message was issued in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, said the tragic incident was avoidable if those saddled with the management of the hospital facilities were on top of their duty.
He urged the Lagos State Government and the Nigeria Police to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of the young and promising Dr. Diaso with a view to avoiding future reoccurrence.
“On behalf of the government and people of Delta, I commiserate with the family of Kennedy Diaso of Ewu Kingdom, the Urhobo nation, friends and colleagues of the deceased on the tragic death of their promising daughter, Vwaire.
“This incident is tragic, painful, grievous and a great loss not just to the family but to the entire nation and humanity.
“While we mourn her unfortunate and avoidable death, the hospital management failed in their duty to maintain facilities at the hospital which caused her untimely death.
“I therefore call on the Lagos State Government and police authorities to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident with a view to avoiding future reoccurrence.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and colleagues in this difficult time, even as we pray the good Lord Almighty to accept her soul and grant her eternal rest,” Oborevwori said.