Police arrest doctor over woman’s d3ath during caesarean section in Edo

The Edo State Police Command has arrested Dr. Festus Ogheghele of Dickson Medical Centre in Uromi, following the death of a 36-year-old woman, Susan Omoye-Okporan, during a cesarean section on August 2, 2025. The woman reportedly developed complications and died shortly after the procedure, although her baby survived.

*Investigation Details:*

- *Police Confirmation*: The police spokesperson, Moses Yamu, confirmed the arrest and ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the woman's death.
- *Autopsy Conducted*: An autopsy was performed, and the result is awaiting interpretation by police medical experts to determine the next course of action.
- *Family's Accusation*: The deceased's family members accused Dr. Ogheghele of gross professional negligence, prompting the police investigation ¹.