Sympathisers were seen in tears at the funeral
Sorrowful scenes have emerged from the burial ceremony of Abigail Opoku, the pregnant woman whose death at the Mother and Child Hospital in Kasoa sparked widespread public outrage.
Abigail Opoku reportedly died after allegedly being neglected by some medical personnel at the health facility, a development that triggered calls for accountability and improvements in maternal healthcare.
Family members, friends, and sympathisers were seen in tears as they gathered to pay their final respects at her funeral.
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The tragic circumstances surrounding her death have generated intense discussions on social media, with many Ghanaians expressing concern about the quality of care in some health institutions and the need to protect expectant mothers.
Her passing has also renewed calls for a thorough investigation into the incident and appropriate action against any individuals found culpable.
Watch the emotional scenes from Abigail Opoku’s burial ceremony below
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