Alex Ekwueme’s Health Stable, Family Says

Former vice-president Alex Ekwueme, who collapsed and went into coma on Sunday is now stable, his family says.

Ekwueme was days back admitted at the intensive care unit of Memfys Hospital for Neurosurgery in Trans-Ekulu, after he fell into coma at his Enugu residence.

However, a statement released by the family on Tuesday said the octogenarian is stable but remains under close medical attention.

“DR ALEX I. EKWUEME, GCON, the former Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria, was on Sunday 29th October 2017, admitted into hospital for a chest infection,” the statement signed by Laz Ekwueme on behalf of the family read.

“It will be recalled that the former Vice President had a quiet celebration of his 85th birthday on the 21st of October 2017 in the company of his family members and he remained in high spirits up till his recent health challenges.

“His doctors confirm that he is stable, but he will remain under close medical attention in the meantime.

“The family would like to express its profound gratitude to all Nigerians who have shown concern over this development and requests their sustained support and prayers as he continues to make a full recovery.”