A Nigerian doctor in Gombe State, identified as Sagir Mamuda, also known as Doctor Saggy, has tragically passed away. His colleagues shared the devastating news of his demise on social media, while also calling on the government to regulate the working hours of medical doctors in Nigeria to prevent similar tragedies.
One of the friends of the deceased, El-bonga, who also took to his social media account to mourn Saggy, revealed that the young doctor had collapsed on duty in January 2024 and had been bedridden for several weeks before being transferred to Lagos State for further treatment.
The news of Doctor Saggy’s passing has sent shockwaves through the medical community and beyond, as he was a dedicated and compassionate doctor who had touched the lives of many patients and families. His untimely death is a stark reminder of the risks and sacrifices that medical professionals make every day to save lives and care for others.
What makes this tragedy even more heartbreaking is that Doctor Saggy had just gotten married five months ago, and his young wife is now left to grieve the loss of her beloved husband. The couple’s dream of building a life together has been cruelly cut short, leaving behind a trail of sadness and despair.
The medical community is mourning the loss of a talented and dedicated colleague, and his patients are remembering him for his kindness, empathy, and expertise. As the news of his passing continues to spread, many are calling for better working conditions and more support for medical professionals to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.