Tragedy struck in Kano in the early hours of Thursday as a woman who delivered quintuplets at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital died hours after childbirth.
The Kano State Ministry of Health confirmed the incident, identifying the deceased as Hafsatu Yusuf, who passed away around 2.00a.m on Thursday following complications shortly after delivery.
The ministry’s spokesperson, Nabilusi Na’isa, told journalists that the woman died despite efforts by medical personnel to stabilise her condition after she developed excessive bleeding.
“The patient developed complications after delivery, and despite all medical interventions to save her life, she unfortunately succumbed,” he said.
Na’isa explained that although earlier medical scans indicated that the expectant mother was carrying triplets, additional babies were delivered as labour progressed, resulting in the birth of quintuplets—three boys and two girls.
He added that the newborns are currently receiving intensive care at the hospital.
The deceased’s husband, Salisu Nufi’u, a tricycle operator, had earlier expressed appreciation to the Kano State Government for taking full responsibility for the medical expenses of his wife and the babies.
The condition of the quintuplets has not been officially disclosed, but hospital sources said they remain under close medical supervision.
Meanwhile, family members and sympathisers were seen at the hospital premises, mourning the loss as news of her death spread.
