Student Nurse Suspended Indefinitely After Viral Video Highlights Poor Conditions at Uwani General Hospital, Enugu
A student nurse at Ezzy College of Nursing in Enugu has been placed on indefinite suspension following a viral video in which she and colleagues drew attention to the lack of electricity, running water, and basic equipment at Uwani General Hospital in Enugu State.
The incident, which occurred during a night duty clinical posting, has sparked widespread reactions online, with many Nigerians calling for the reversal of the suspension and urgent government intervention in the hospital’s infrastructure.
The Viral Video
In the footage that circulated widely on social media platforms starting late March 2026, the student nurse, identified as **Joy Ezeugwu**, and other trainees on duty at Uwani General Hospital (also referred to as Uwani Health Centre) lamented the working conditions.
They stated that there was no electricity to attend to patients, no running water, and no oxygen supply, even in emergency situations such as childbirth. One part of the video captured the nurses using phone flashlights while working in near darkness.
The video quickly gained traction as it highlighted long-standing challenges in some public health facilities in the state.
Suspension by the College
According to multiple reports, Joy Ezeugwu was issued an indefinite suspension by the management of Ezzy College of Nursing. The action was reportedly communicated directly to her by the school administrator.
As of April 3, 2026, the college has not released a detailed public statement explaining the reasons for the suspension. However, sources close to the matter indicate that the decision followed the widespread sharing of the video.
Some accounts have clarified that the individuals in the viral clip were healthcare technician trainees on clinical posting rather than fully registered nursing students, though they continue to be widely referred to as student nurses in public discussions.
Public Reactions
The suspension has triggered strong reactions across social media, with many users expressing support for the student and criticising what they describe as punishment for speaking out about systemic issues in the health sector.
Several posts have called on the Enugu State Government and relevant authorities to investigate conditions at Uwani General Hospital and to reinstate the affected student.
The story has been covered by outlets including Sahara Reporters, with the headline focusing on the suspension for exposing the hospital’s lack of light, water, and oxygen.
Current Situation
As of early April 2026, Joy Ezeugwu remains on indefinite suspension, and there has been no official update from either the college or the hospital management on possible reinstatement or improvements to the facility.