Nigeria, Jan. 14 -- The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has narrated how a female doctor was allegedly assaulted and stripped by relatives of a patient in Maitama District hospital, Abuja.

Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Monday, the Chairman, NMA FCT chapter, Ekpe Phillips, said the act was carried out while the doctor was carrying out her lawful duty.

He said the relatives assaulted the doctor due to her refusal to approve blood transfusion for the patient.

Mr Phillip condemned the dastardly act.

"This particular case was that of a Chronic Illness (Medical Condition) that was given standard quality care comparable to best practices.

"Unfortunately, the patient did not respond adequately and died.

"In the course of manag...