The police in Lagos have arrested a medical doctor, Idara Bassey, who was declared wanted in connection with the death of a 36-year-old woman, Abiola during a buttock enlargement surgery at a clinic in Lekki Phase 1.
The state Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed her arrest, said Bassey is currently being investigated at the State Criminal Investigation Department in Panti.
Abiola had visited the clinic for the buttock enlargement procedure, which tragically ended in her death.
BBL is a popular enhancement surgery that sculpts the buttocks while removing excess fat from other body areas.
Bassey had previously fled after Abiola died during a buttock enlargement procedure at her clinic on August 26, 2024.
Recall the deceased’s driver reported the incident at the Maroko Police Division.
“Upon their arrival, the clinic owner directed a nurse to administer the injection on Abiola. Moments later, chaos ensued as the woman lost consciousness and started gasping for breath.
“Desperate for help, the driver rushed Abiola to another hospital in Lekki Phase 1 but she was confirmed dead by the staff on duty upon arrival.
“Detectives from the command had visited the scene, gathered evidence, inspected and photographed the woman’s remains, and subsequently transported the corpse to a morgue for autopsy.” The Police had said.
