In a bid to seek answers and justice for the tragic death of Ms. Greatness Olorunfemi, a victim of a “one chance” bus incident in Abuja, the Nigerian Senate has taken decisive action by summoning key officials to account for the devastating incident.
The Senate’s move came after Senator Asuquo Ekpenyon sponsored a motion during the plenary session in Abuja, drawing attention to the heart-wrenching case. Ms. Greatness Olorunfemi met a gruesome end, and her death has raised critical questions about the response of authorities and healthcare providers.
Among those summoned to appear before the Senate is the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. The Senate seeks answers regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident and the actions taken by the police in response to the crime.
Additionally, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and his Health counterpart, Ali Pate, are also expected to provide explanations to lawmakers. They will be required to clarify why the victim was abandoned and allowed to bleed to death at the hospital, a situation that appears to be in violation of the Gunshots Act of 2017.
Greatness Olorunfemi tragically lost her life due to injuries sustained during the “one chance” bus incident, which occurred on the Maitama/Kubwa highway. The criminals responsible for the attack not only stabbed her but also callously threw her out of the moving vehicle, resulting in multiple injuries.
Good Samaritans rushed Olorunfemi to Maitama General Hospital in a desperate attempt to save her life. However, the hospital’s staff reportedly refused to provide treatment, citing the lack of a police report as the reason for their inaction.
In response to this alarming incident, the Senate has directed its Standing Committees on Health and Police to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding Greatness Olorunfemi’s untimely demise. These committees have been tasked with thoroughly examining the case and are expected to report their findings within a two-week timeframe.
