The Federal High Court in Lagos State has convicted Anuoluwapo Adepoju, a medical doctor and founder of MedContour Services, in connection with a botched plastic surgery that tragically led to the death of Nneka Onwuzuligbo in 2020.
Justice Mohammed Liman delivered the verdict, finding Adepoju guilty of the charges against her and sentencing her to one year in prison.
The court, however, allowed her the option to pay a ₦100,000 fine in lieu of serving the jail term.
The case drew significant attention due to the serious implications of medical malpractice and the tragic outcome for Onwuzuligbo.
Adepoju’s practice, MedContour Services, had been under scrutiny following the incident, which sparked a broader conversation about the standards and accountability within the medical profession, particularly in the field of cosmetic surgery.
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Babatunde Irukera, the former Director-General of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), who played a pivotal role in prosecuting the case, reacted to the judgement with a sense of accomplishment.
In a post on his X handle, Irukera wrote, “Today is a day of pride for me that I personally prosecuted Anu Adepoju and her medical practice.
Though I’ve left, the case has ended in a conviction, strengthening the accountability framework for all in society, professionals or otherwise.
This is how society should work and grow. Anu Adepoju and her medical practice were convicted on all five counts charged by FCCPC.
The wheel of justice may grind slowly, but we must see it through. Good day for consumers of professional services.”
Irukera’s comments reflect the broader significance of the case, emphasizing the importance of accountability and justice in protecting consumers and maintaining professional standards.
His involvement in the prosecution highlighted the role of regulatory bodies like the FCCPC in overseeing professional practices and ensuring that individuals and organizations are held responsible for their actions.
The conviction of Adepoju on all five counts charged by the FCCPC marks a significant development in the ongoing efforts to uphold medical ethics and safeguard the wellbeing of patients.
It serves as a stark reminder of the severe consequences of medical negligence and the imperative for rigorous adherence to professional standards.
The judgement is expected to have a lasting impact on the medical community, reinforcing the necessity for stringent regulatory oversight and the importance of upholding the highest standards of care in medical practice.
It also provides a measure of closure for the family of Nneka Onwuzuligbo, who sought justice for their loss.
