Thai authorities said on Wednesday they are investigating a Bangkok clinic where a Nigerian-born British businessman and influencer underwent a penis enlargement procedure that led to his death.
A coroner in London last month ruled that the March 6 death of Igho Ubiribo, 43, in the Thai capital was caused by the hyaluronic acid injection he received hours earlier.
The case has reignited debate about medical tourism, with Thailand a leading destination for visitors from abroad seeking healthcare, including aesthetic procedures.
Ubiribo, reportedly known as “Tiny” and “Ego”, had 185,000 followers on Instagram, regularly posting pictures with his wife Danielle enjoying a luxury lifestyle.
Thailand’s health ministry ordered an investigation into his death and officials on Monday visited the central Bangkok clinic where Ubiribo was treated.
Authorities are looking into whether it holds a valid licence and followed health and safety protocols, a health ministry official said.