A medical doctor, Dr Ere Ogbachi, has died following complications after giving birth to triplets in Bayelsa State.
Her death was confirmed in a Facebook post on Wednesday by her brother, Meshack Sintei, who disclosed that she passed away at about 2:45 am on April 14, 2026, at the Federal Medical Centre Yenagoa.
According to the family, Dr Ogbachi initially delivered the triplets successfully at the Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital in Okolobiri before complications set in shortly after childbirth. She was subsequently rushed to the Intensive Care Unit of FMC Yenagoa for emergency treatment.
The family recounted that despite efforts by medical personnel to stabilise her condition, her health deteriorated rapidly. They described her final moments as distressing, noting that she struggled to breathe while doctors worked tirelessly to save her life.
In the statement, it was revealed that her oxygen saturation levels dropped significantly during the emergency response, worsening her condition.
Sintei expressed deep grief over the loss, describing his sister as a dedicated medical professional and a loving mother. He said her death has left a huge void in the family.
“It was a painful experience… my beloved sister died at exactly 2:45 am on April 14, 2026. A generation has been lost, and the Sintei family mourns,” he said.
He added that she remained strong until the very end and appreciated the support shown by friends and well-wishers during the difficult time.
Until her death, Dr Ogbachi was a registrar at the Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital, a member of the Nigerian Medical Association, and an alumna of Niger Delta University.
Efforts to obtain official confirmation from hospital authorities were still ongoing as of the time of filing this report.
