Nigerian comedian Otaghware Otas Onodjayeke, popularly known as IGoSave, has publicly criticized the United Kingdom's healthcare system after his daughter suffered from an ear infection for nearly two years without proper treatment.
The entertainer took to social media to express his frustration, highlighting the slow and indifferent response from the UK medical system even in urgent cases. He praised a Nigerian doctor who provided an online consultation that led to significant improvement in his daughter's condition.
IGoSave Calls for Nigerian Telemedicine Platform
In a post on his Instagram page on May 14, 2026, IGoSave expressed a wish for Nigerian doctors to develop a digital platform that would allow Nigerians living abroad, especially in the UK, to easily consult and receive treatment from home-based professionals.
He stated, "I just wish Nigerian doctors could build an app where Nigerians in the diaspora, especially in the UK, can consult doctors and get treated quickly."
The comedian further criticized the UK system, saying it has become increasingly unresponsive regardless of the severity of the emergency. "The UK medical system is steadily becoming clueless and nonchalant, no matter how serious the emergency is," he added.
Personal Ordeal and Gratitude
Sharing his personal experience, IGoSave revealed that his daughter's simple ear infection was allowed to linger until it became a painful condition lasting almost two years. "I'm still shocked at how my daughter's simple ear infection turned into a prolonged pain that has lasted almost two years," he lamented.
He expressed gratitude to his Nigerian family doctor who assisted them online, leading to drastic improvements. "Shout-out to my Nigerian family doctor, who has been helping us online, and we're already witnessing drastic improvements. Thank you, Dr Irhabor (Crespo). God bless every Nigerian doctor putting in the work," he said.
Social Media Reactions
The post garnered mixed reactions from netizens. Some praised Nigerian doctors, while others criticized the comedian's approach to the UK healthcare system.
User @dr_alwaysrozy commented on telemedicine: "As a medical practitioner, I see most of my patients through telemedicine apps, sometimes even WhatsApp. Patients do their labs wherever they are, results get reviewed, diagnosis is made, and prescriptions are sent. This isn't new, we've been doing it for years. Most people just don't know much about telemedicine."
@thefoodnetworknig2 noted: "So which pharmacy wan sell medications for you? Ordinary paracetamol gan, dem fit ask for prescription! One of the cons of living abroad."
@euphychinenye wrote: "Nigeria have the best doctors in the World Kudos to my Doc."
@tickycurve reacted: "Just admit that you don't know how to use the NHS and you will be taught. The way you present your symptoms is the way you would get treated. Most Nigerians I have attended to lacks confidence in everything they do, ordinary to express themselves in clinic is a problem."
@symphony.research.hub said: "But isn't that one of the reasons you people japa'd? Proper healthcare, working system, yen yen yen...anyway, thank God your daughter's health is improving. God will perfect her healing."
This incident has sparked a broader conversation about healthcare access for Nigerians abroad and the potential of telemedicine.
