The Bingham University Teaching Hospital, BHUTH, community in Jos, Plateau State, has been thrown into mourning following the death of a young female doctor, Dr. Salome Oboyi, who passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, after contracting Lassa Fever from a patient under her care.
The sad news which was shared on the X handle of the Bingham University Alumni Doctors on Tuesday, confirmed that before her demise, Oboyi was a Senior Resident Doctor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
“Dr. Salome Oboyi, a Nigerian medical doctor, has passed away from Lassa fever in Jos, Plateau State.
“Dr. Oboyi, a Senior Resident in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Bingham University Teaching Hospital (BHUTH) passed away two days ago following a battle with the fever.
“The entire BHUTH mourns. It is with a very heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dearest colleague Dr. Salome Oboyi, a Senior Resident in the department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in BHUTH whose sad event happened 2 days ago following a battle with Lassa fever.
“Her death has left colleagues, friends, and patients deeply saddened, as she is remembered for her dedication, professionalism, and selfless service,” the post said.
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