The Lagos State government has constituted a medical panel to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Waheed Ayilara, who passed away hours after undergoing surgery.
The panel, directed by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will review the clinical circumstances leading to Ayilara’s death and submit a comprehensive report within seven days.
The panel is headed by Prof. Adetokunbo Fabanwo, Chief Medical Director of the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), where Ayilara underwent the surgery.
The state government expressed its condolences to Ayilara’s family in a press statement signed by Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, a copy of which was obtained by Africa Health Report (AHR).
The statement read, “Mr. Ayilara’s passing has left us in deep shock and profound sadness. He was in Lagos to undergo a medical procedure and sadly passed away following surgery.
“Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on behalf of the Government and the good people of Lagos State, extends his heartfelt condolences to Ayilara’s family, loved ones, the Police and the Government and people of Akwa Ibom State during this difficult time.
“The late Ayilara was a distinguished officer whose dedication to duty and exemplary leadership had earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and the communities he served with so much passion. His commitment to maintaining law and order, as well as his unwavering integrity, made him a distinguished officer
“His death is a significant loss not only to his family and the Police but also to the entire nation.
“We share the grief – and understand the anxiety – that this news may have caused and we assure the public that the Lagos State Government is committed to ensuring a thorough investigation.
“We commiserate with the family of the late Mr. Ayilara, the Police and the Government and people of Akwa Ibom State. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May The Almighty give you the strength to go through this sorrowful time and bless the soul of Commissioner of Police Waheed Ayilara.”
The government’s move to establish a medical panel aims to unravel the circumstances surrounding Ayilara’s death and provide clarity on the events that led to his tragic passing.
