General News of Wednesday, 17 September 2025

Source: www.eyesoflagos.com

Fake doctor caught attempting to inject children in hospital ward

A man disguised as a doctor was apprehended inside a children’s ward after allegedly attempting to inject young patients.

According to reports, the suspect dressed in medical attire and wore disposable gloves to appear convincing. However, it remains unclear what substance he intended to administer or why he targeted the children. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

Vigilant nurses quickly noticed irregularities in his behavior and identified him as an impostor before he could carry out the act. The hospital where the incident occurred has not yet been disclosed.
Nurse Recounts the Incident

A nurse who confronted the man narrated her experience. She revealed that when she asked him if he was a doctor, he confidently said yes—but his demeanor raised suspicion.

[b]“I asked him, are you a doctor? He said yes. But I said, ah ah, what kind of doctor is shaking like that?” she [/b]recounted.
Netizens React

The shocking incident has sparked outrage online, with many questioning hospital security:

@theARYA00: “Just imagine the audacity. What if he had actually succeeded? Nowadays anybody can pick up needles and pose as a doctor. Our lives aren’t safe.”

@jadsondrex: “Ewwww. He should be jailed.”

@_joelad: “How did he even get this far? He was so close to injecting the child. What sort of security is this?”