FMC Jabi signpost and Late Ms. Ifunanya Lucy Nwagene
The management of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, Abuja, has issued a formal clarification following widespread social media discussions surrounding the death of Ms. Ifunanya Lucy Nwagene, who reportedly died from complications arising from a snake bite.
The clarification was signed in a statement issued by the Head of Clinical Service, Federal Medical Centre, Jabi, Bioku Muftau
The hospital confirmed that Ms. Nwagene was admitted on January 31, 2026, after sustaining a snake bite that later led to severe neurotoxic complications. The management expressed deep sympathy to the bereaved family, describing the incident as a painful and tragic loss.
According to the statement, medical personnel at FMC Abuja responded immediately upon the patient’s arrival, administering emergency care that included resuscitation, intravenous fluids, intranasal oxygen, and the use of a polyvalent snake antivenom. The hospital stressed that all necessary steps were taken promptly and professionally in line with established medical protocols.
The statement explained that after a rapid but thorough assessment, doctors discovered that the venom had caused extensive neurotoxic damage. While arrangements were being made to transfer Ms. Nwagene to the Intensive Care Unit for advanced treatment, her condition reportedly deteriorated suddenly just before the transfer could take place.
Hospital officials disclosed that intensive cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and other life-saving interventions were immediately carried out by the medical team. Despite these efforts, the patient could not be revived.
Reacting to allegations circulating online, the management firmly rejected claims that anti-snake venom was unavailable or that there was a delayed response. The hospital maintained that such accusations are “unfounded and do not reflect the reality of the situation,” reaffirming its commitment to transparency, professionalism, and quality healthcare delivery.
The FMC also urged members of the public to rely on verified and credible sources for information rather than unconfirmed social media narratives, adding that the hospital remains open to further inquiries regarding the incident.
