- A Nigerian assistant surgeon shared a photo on social media while assisting in surgery.
- The operation was conducted using a mobile phone torchlight due to a power outage.
- The post was made by user @mama_rokky on X.
A Nigerian assistant surgeon has stirred reactions across social media after sharing a photo of herself assisting in a surgical operation using a mobile phone torchlight due to a power outage.
The moment was shared by user @mama_rokky on X (formerly Twitter), where she expressed enthusiasm about participating in the procedure.
“I WAS THE ASSISTANT SURGEON TODAY!! 😊” she wrote, alongside an image showing a surgical operation in progress, likely involving an animal, with visible stitching underway.
What drew widespread attention was the use of a phone’s flashlight to illuminate the surgical area, highlighting the challenges faced due to inadequate infrastructure.
Responding to the online buzz, she commented, “This is Nigeria! I don’t know why most of you are surprised!”
The post prompted a flurry of reactions, with many users expressing a mix of admiration for her dedication and concern over the state of healthcare facilities in the country.
See some reactions below:
@KomeJnrAnthony: “Na waiting be that wen you da stitch so? Human being.”
@Omolomo_o: “Torchlight oooo. In a country that has oba and ijoye.”
@okeyjames: “In terms of basic amenities, Nigeria is still in the 1800. God help us.”
@_dchairman: “Surgeon don turn content creator , go buy ringlight to complete the job.”
@KesterBrown_: “This won’t have been conducive for the patient, if He/She wasn’t put to sleep.”
@evul_mastermind: “Congrats but mehn Nigeria has hit to fix power issues. This is sickening to see.”
@Entdaily001: “Na phone torchlight Una use!! Haa.”
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