Ondo Police Arrest Couple Over Pregnant Woman's Death at Illegal Clinic
The Ondo State Police Command has taken into custody a married couple, Kehinde and Eniola Olawuyi, following the tragic death of a 28-year-old pregnant woman at their unlicensed medical facility in Ore, located within the Odigbo Local Government Area of the state.
Details of the Tragic Incident
According to a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, on Saturday, January 24, 2026, the victim, identified simply as Iyanu, was admitted to the couple's clinic for childbirth on January 4, 2026, around noon. The facility, situated in the Sabo Area of Odigbo, was reportedly operating without proper registration or authorization from relevant medical bodies.
Jimoh detailed that the suspects, who are not registered medical practitioners, mishandled the delivery procedure in an unprofessional manner. This negligence led to the pregnant woman becoming unconscious and experiencing severe, uncontrolled bleeding. In a desperate attempt to save her life, she was rushed to another medical facility in Odigbo for emergency care. Unfortunately, despite the efforts of medical personnel, Iyanu was later confirmed dead.
Police Investigation and Public Warning
The police command initiated an investigation into the case after receiving a report from a concerned citizen on January 18, 2026, at approximately 6:00 PM. Preliminary findings have confirmed that the Olawuyi couple were operating the clinic illegally, without the necessary qualifications or licenses to practice medicine.
In the statement, the Commissioner of Police, CP Adebowale Lawal, expressed gratitude to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, for his leadership and support in addressing such medical-related crimes. CP Lawal also issued a stern warning to the public, urging residents to avoid patronizing unregistered and illegal medical facilities. He emphasized the importance of seeking medical care only from licensed and certified health institutions to prevent similar tragedies.
The police have assured that the case is under active investigation and will be prosecuted in court upon its conclusion. They have also appealed to the public to provide any credible information that could aid in the apprehension of the suspects, promising confidentiality for all tips received.
This incident underscores the critical need for stricter regulation and public awareness regarding illegal medical practices in Nigeria, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas where access to proper healthcare can be limited.
