Touchaheart – Dr. Anuoluwapo Adepoju, a medical doctor and founder of MedContour Services Ltd., was convicted by the Federal High Court in Lagos State for a failed plastic surgery that resulted in the death of Nneka Onwuzuligbo in 2020.
Prolonged Prosecution Led to Conviction
Babatunde Irukera, a former director-general of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), announced on Friday that the prolonged prosecution of Adepoju had led to a conviction.
Irukera expressed pride in personally prosecuting Adepoju and her medical practice, emphasizing that the conviction strengthens accountability in society.
Background of the Case
Nneka Onwuzuligbo died in 2020 after undergoing a cosmetic surgery performed by Dr. Adepoju at her facility, Med Contour .
The FCCPC received complaints against Adepoju, alleging that her services were unsafe for consumers and that she made false and misleading representations in relation to the marketing of her services.
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Charges and Conviction
Adepoju was arraigned on five counts and pleaded not guilty.
However, she was convicted by the Federal High Court, with Justice Mohammed Liman presiding.
The conviction marks a significant outcome in the case, highlighting the importance of accountability in the medical profession.
