The Lagos State Government, through the Health Facilities Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA), has launched an investigation into the reported death of a socialite known as “Elena” following a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) procedure at a local clinic.
Reports circulating on social media suggest the woman experienced complications during or shortly after the cosmetic surgery, prompting the state’s regulatory agency to act.
HEFAMAA’s Permanent Secretary, Abiola Idowu, said a thorough investigation has commenced to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident. While initial information indicates that the clinic is registered with HEFAMAA, she emphasised that registration does not exempt any facility from regulatory scrutiny, especially in cases affecting patient safety.
Idowu highlighted that all aesthetic and cosmetic procedures in Lagos are subject to strict regulatory standards, covering facility infrastructure, practitioner qualifications, infection control, patient consent, anaesthetic safety, and emergency response measures.
The agency is reviewing the incident comprehensively, including verifying the credentials of medical personnel involved, evaluating compliance with operational standards, and assessing the quality of care provided before, during, and after the procedure.
She assured the public that the government remains committed to protecting residents’ health through ongoing monitoring and strict enforcement of healthcare standards, and urged people to avoid spreading unverified reports that could affect the investigation.
