- Senior doctor dies after Lassa fever infection
- Virus reportedly contracted from a patient in Jos
- Incident occurred at Bingham University Teaching Hospital
- Colleagues mourn dedicated obstetrics specialist
The medical community in Jos, Plateau State, has been thrown into mourning following the death of a doctor from Lassa fever at Bingham University Teaching Hospital, after she reportedly contracted the virus while treating an infected patient.
Sadness has enveloped Bingham University Teaching Hospital (BHUTH), Jos, after the death of Dr. Salome Oboyi, a Senior Resident Doctor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
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Dr. Oboyi reportedly passed away two days ago after battling Lassa fever, which she is believed to have contracted in the line of duty while attending to a patient diagnosed with the viral illness.
Her passing has sparked an outpouring of grief from colleagues, friends, and patients who described her as a committed medical professional who put patient care above personal comfort.
A staff member at the hospital, who spoke anonymously, said the loss has been devastating for the entire hospital community.
“She was one of the most dedicated doctors we had. She worked tirelessly and cared deeply about her patients. This is a painful loss for all of us,” the colleague said.
Dr. Oboyi’s death has again highlighted the risks faced daily by healthcare workers, especially those on the frontline of infectious disease management.
Hospital authorities and fellow doctors have continued to pay tribute to her selfless service, professionalism, and passion for saving lives, describing her death as a tragic reminder of the sacrifices made by medical personnel across the country.