Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, collapsed in his office on Thursday and was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Yenagoa. The incident occurred around 1:30 pm, prompting an emergency response.
Ewhrudjakpo is currently stabilized in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at FMC, receiving best possible care.
Security operatives have cordoned off the hospital, and top government officials have visited to express concern.
No official statement has been released regarding the cause of his health scare, but sources suggest it may be related to a cardiac emergency.
A source close to the deputy governor noted his demanding schedule, saying, “He’s a workaholic; he should find time to rest”.
