The management of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, Abuja, has refuted claims circulating on social media that the death of Ms. Ifunanya Lucy Nwagene, popularly known as Nanya, was linked to the non-availability of anti-snake venom at the hospital.
Nwagene reportedly died on January 31, 2026, after developing severe neurotoxic complications from a snake bite. Her death sparked widespread online reactions, with allegations suggesting delays and lack of essential medication.
However, in a statement issued on February 1, 2026, FMC Jabi described the claims as misleading and unfounded, insisting that appropriate medical intervention was provided immediately upon her arrival at the facility.
According to the hospital, Nwagene was promptly attended to by medical personnel, who initiated emergency care, including resuscitation, administration of intravenous fluids, intranasal oxygen, and polyvalent snake antivenom.
The hospital explained that an initial rapid assessment revealed advanced neurotoxic effects from the snake bite. While arrangements were underway to move her to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for advanced management, her condition reportedly worsened suddenly.
Despite sustained cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and other emergency life-saving measures, she was pronounced dead.
FMC Jabi emphasised that there was no shortage of anti-venom at the time of treatment and maintained that its medical team acted swiftly and professionally throughout the emergency, urging the public to disregard claims suggesting negligence or inadequate care.