Lagos State, Nigeria – Eze Sunday Odinaka, popularly known as Mama Uka, a renowned Nigerian skit maker, has narrowly escaped death after the Plaster of Paris (PoP) ceiling of his house collapsed on him. The incident occurred in his home located in the Lekki area of Lagos State.
The comedian shared a video of the incident on his Facebook page on Wednesday, which has since gone viral. According to the voice of one of the people who helped to rescue Mama Uka from the wreckage, the incident happened while he was lying in his bed.
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The video showed Mama Uka lying on the floor with injuries around his head, with stains of blood visible. He could not stand on his own after the incident due to the severity of his injuries.
The incident has caused a stir on social media, with fans and well-wishers sending messages of support and wishing the comedian a speedy recovery.
Mama Uka is widely known for his hilarious skits, which have gained him a massive following on social media platforms. He has been in the entertainment industry for several years and has made a name for himself as one of the funniest comedians in Nigeria.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of buildings in Nigeria, with many people calling for stricter regulations to ensure that buildings are constructed to the highest safety standards.
The Lagos State Government has also issued a statement, urging residents to ensure that their buildings are constructed to the highest standards and that they comply with all safety regulations.
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The statement read, “The Lagos State Government is deeply concerned about the incident that occurred at Mama Uka’s house in Lekki. We urge all residents to ensure that their buildings are constructed to the highest safety standards and that they comply with all safety regulations. We also urge residents to report any building that does not comply with safety regulations to the appropriate authorities.”
The incident has also sparked a debate about the need for better healthcare facilities in Nigeria. Mama Uka was rushed to a nearby hospital after the incident, but many people have raised concerns about the quality of healthcare in the country.
Nigeria has been grappling with a healthcare crisis for several years, with many people unable to access quality healthcare due to the high cost of medical treatment and the poor state of healthcare facilities in the country.
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The incident has highlighted the need for urgent action to be taken to address the healthcare crisis in Nigeria and ensure that all citizens have access to quality healthcare.
In conclusion, the incident involving Mama Uka has raised concerns about the safety of buildings in Nigeria and the need for better healthcare facilities in the country. It is our hope that this incident will serve as a wake-up call to the authorities to take urgent action to address these issues and ensure that all citizens are safe and have access to quality healthcare.
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