Police arrest Enugu nurse, Joy Ezeugwu, over video depicting poor conditions in hospital

Author: Francis UgwuPublished on: May 4, 2026Country: Nigeria

Crime & Law

Police arrest Enugu nurse, Joy Ezeugwu, over video depicting poor conditions in hospital

Joy Ezeugwu, a nurse at Uwani General Hospital in Enugu State, was arrested by Nigerian police after sharing a video depicting the deteriorating conditions at the facility. The video, which gained traction on social media, highlighted the lack of electricity and running water, impacting health workers' ability to provide adequate care. Ifeyinwa Peace Okwudu, the administrator of her former school, demanded 10 million naira in damages for an alleged violation of privacy rights.

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