Dr. Wisdom Oghenetega (Tega) Enakireri passed away on Monday, June 29 and was laid to rest on July 4 according to his family’s arrangements.
His death, however, has struck a deep chord, highlighting bureaucratic issues in military medical facilities that prioritise rigid rules over humanity.
Medzone TV reveals a heartbreaking sequence of events where the 25-year-old doctor battling serious health issues was met with administrative hurdles instead of support. He passed away a few days after his leave was finally approved. 
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The Timeline of Events Leading to His Death
According to a detailed account by Medzone TV and contrary to public claims that Tega neglected his health, his death could have been avoided if the his request for a leave was granted sooner.
On Thursday, May 28, Tega was reported to have collapsed at the Military Hospital in Port Harcourt, his Place of Primary Assignment, where he served as a corps member. After undergoing blood investigations, he immediately requested a sick leave which was denied.
While still seeking clearance for a sick leave, Tega completed an ECG and chest X-ray as requested, on Monday, June 1.
A week later, on June 8, he was forced to do a 24-hour call alongside a pregnant colleague, while still being visibly ill. He slept in the call room around 10 pm and was heavily reprimanded the next morning as he told the medical seniors he was still sick.
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The same day, he missed the mandatory evening games held in the premises. He was issued a formal query by the administration of the military hospital the next day. The query read:
“You are to explain in writing why disciplinary action should not be taken against you for absenting yourself from Tuesday’s evening games. This is disobedience to the hospital’s rules and regulations…”
The query which was signed by Lt. OU Bernard-Glad emphasized “ability to function under constituted authority.”
In his reply to the query issued, Tega responded professionally and in detail. He explained his health challenges including, chronic right lower limb pain, dyspnea, palpitations, and chest issues confirmed by ECG. He also expressed his commitment to his duties while seeking understanding by the administration.
Tega submitted another formal letter requesting leave on June 18 which wasn’t approved till Friday, June 26.
He then travelled to Calabar the next day and sought further care at Asi-Ukpo Memorial Hospital. Unfortunately, on June 29, Tega passed away.
Tega made sure to follow protocols, complete every requested test, and repeatedly communicated his deteriorating condition, only to face delays and disciplinary pressure which eventually led to his death.
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