Leamington man seeks answers on father's Covid death

A man from Leamington Spa, Lobby Akinnola, continues to seek answers about his father's death during the Covid-19 pandemic. Femi Akinnola passed away at the age of 60 in April 2020. He had no underlying health issues but was a regular gym-goer. Mr. Akinnola believes that racial inequalities may have increased his father's risk of severe illness. Five years after his father's death, Mr. Akinnola is advocating for the bereaved families, as a public inquiry into the pandemic progresses. He feels the pain of loss is still strong and hopes to honor those who died. He is featured in a documentary called "Love and Loss: The Pandemic 5 Years On," which will air on BBC One. The documentary highlights stories of 12 families affected by the pandemic, including its director, Catey Sexton. Mr. Akinnola emphasizes the importance of remembering those who sacrificed their lives, including healthcare workers. He feels that learning from this tragedy is essential to prevent similar losses in the future. The UK has recorded over 220,000 deaths due to Covid-19. Mr. Akinnola remains committed to finding out what went wrong for his father. He believes that uncovering these answers could help others avoid similar grief. The documentary will also be available on BBC iPlayer.