The Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abuja, has reacted to the death of singer, Ifunanya Nwagene, popularly known as Nanyah, clarifying that medical personnel made concerted efforts to save her life after she was brought to the hospital following a snake bite.
The hospital also denied that they lacked anti-venom, which was attributed to Ifunanya’s death
In a press statement released on Sunday, the hospital management said Nanyah died on January 31 due to severe neurotoxic complications resulting from the snake bite.
According to the statement, signed by the Head of Clinical Services, Dr. Bioku Muftau, medical personnel at FMC Abuja acted promptly upon her arrival, providing immediate emergency care.
The treatment administered included resuscitation efforts, intravenous fluids, intranasal oxygen, and polyvalent anti-snake venom.
The statement explained that, following a rapid medical assessment, doctors confirmed that Nanyah had developed severe neurotoxic effects. While arrangements were being made to transfer her to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for advanced care, her condition reportedly deteriorated suddenly.
“Despite intensive resuscitation efforts, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the patient could not be revived,” the hospital said.
FMC Abuja strongly refuted claims of negligence, inadequate response, or non-availability of anti-snake venom, describing such reports as “unfounded” and inconsistent with the facts of the case.
The management expressed condolences to Nanyah’s family and emphasised its commitment to transparency, integrity, and quality patient care.
The hospital also urged members of the public to rely on verified and credible sources of information rather than social media speculation, noting that it remains open to further inquiries and clarification.
