The Gaga community in Akure, Ondo State, is grieving after a tragic incident involving the mysterious deaths of five family members—an elderly woman and her four grandchildren. The family consumed pap, a local dish made from fermented maize, shortly before the deaths.
Timeline of Events
On October 3, 2024, the community was shocked to learn that a paternal grandmother had died unexpectedly. Initially, her death was attributed to natural causes due to her advanced age. However, suspicions arose when the grandmother’s grandchildren fell ill shortly after eating pap that was prepared from processed dried maize found in her kitchen.
The Illness and Hospitalization
The grandchildren, aged three to ten, began to writhe in pain after consuming the pap. Their parents rushed them to UNIMED Teaching Hospital (formerly the State Specialist Hospital) in Akure. According to family sources, the children experienced severe pain but were initially alive when they arrived at the hospital. Unfortunately, despite spending three days under care, they eventually succumbed to their ailments.
Allegations Against Medical Staff
Family members voiced their frustration towards the medical personnel on duty, claiming that the children might have survived with better care. Allegations included a lack of experience among the medical staff, who were reportedly serving as Corps Members. Family members described witnessing confusion among the doctors regarding the appropriate treatment for the children.
Possible Causes of Death
Speculation has emerged regarding the possible poisoning of the pap or contamination from other sources, such as fish from a nearby pond that the children allegedly consumed during their visit. However, the incident has not been reported to the police, and the children were buried without an autopsy, raising concerns about accountability.
Family’s Response
The family has refrained from filing a police report, with the head of the family expressing a sense of closure despite the tragedy. Mrs. Bukola Adeola, the mother of the deceased children, was reportedly overwhelmed with grief and unable to speak on the matter. The family did not suspect foul play, as the grandmother’s house was secluded and secure.
Community Reactions
The mysterious deaths in the Gaga community have left many unanswered questions. With no official investigation initiated, the family seeks to move forward, having laid their loved ones to rest. The case highlights the importance of immediate medical care and the need for further investigation into unexplained deaths within the community.
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