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2.11.17

‘Ex-VP Ekwueme allegedly diagnosed with chest infection, in stable condition’ – Family

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‘Ex-VP Ekwueme allegedly diagnosed with chest infection, in stable condition’ – Family
Second Republic Vice-President, Alex Ekwueme has been reportedly diagnosed of chest infection, family members reveal.
A statement from his family members said Dr. Ekwueme who in coma after slumping, is now in stable condition. The family members also revealed that Dr. Ekwueme has been diagnosed with a chest infection.
A statement signed by the Igwe of Oko, Prof. Laz Ekwueme for the family revealed that Dr. Ekwueme “was on Sunday 29th October 2017 admitted into hospital for a chest infection.
“It will be recalled that the former Vice-President had a quiet celebration of his 85th birthday on the 21st of October 2017 in the company of his family members and he remained in high spirits up till his recent health challenges. “His doctors confirm that he is stable, but he will remain under close medical attention in the meantime.
“The family would like to express its profound gratitude to all Nigerians who have shown concern over this development and requests their sustained support and prayers as he continues to make a full recovery.”
Dr. Ekwueme who, after slumping at his house in Trans-Ekulu, Enugu was rushed and admitted at the Neurosurgery section of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Memphys Hospital before being transferred abroad ostensibly on an air ambulance.
Source: Nation

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