JOINT RELEASE BY FEDERAL COMPETITION & CONSUMER PROTECTION COMMISSION (FCCPC) AND LAGOS STATE CONSUMER PROTECTION AGENCY (LASCOPA)
RE: Fatal Fall of Dr. Vwaere Diaso in Elevator Accident at General Hospital, Odan, Lagos
Wednesday August 2nd, 2023: Information so far received by both the FCCPC and LASCOPA indicate that an elevator malfunction at General Hospital Odan, Lagos resulted in a downward crash. Dr. Vwaere Diaso who was conducting her housemanship medical training at the medical facility was a passenger in the elevator. She died as result of fatal injuries sustained on account of the unfortunate accident.
Relevant agencies and authorities of Lagos State are currently fully engaged and involved in addressing this sad occurrence and emergent situation. LASCOPA and FCCPC have been in constant communication with respect to appropriate consumer protection regulatory intervention or action.
As consumer protection regulators, LASCOPA and FCCPC are deeply saddened by this tragic occurrence, and commiserate with family, friends, colleagues, and associates of Dr. Diaso; as well as the larger community affected.
LASCOPA and FCCPC are commencing a joint inquiry and review of the circumstances surrounding this incident, particularly, but not limited to the relevant service provider(s) responsible for installation and service/maintenance of the elevator or related equipment.
As noted, other relevant Lagos State authorities are fully engaged to ensure the continuing safety of facilities for the benefit of consumers, patrons, and all other users.
Afolabi Solebo Babatunde Irukera
General Manager/CEO Executive Vice Chairman/CEO
LASCOPA
