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Oyo State Government has shut down six health facilities across the state over quackery.
The six health facilities sealed committed various offences, including recruitment of unqualified personnel to provide medical services and engaging in illicit practices.
Speaking during an inspection and monitoring exercise within Ibadan metropolis, the State Antiquackery Task Force Committee Chairman, Dr. Adekunle Aremu, said the team carried out the operation as part of the government’s efforts towards protecting the health and well-being of residents.
According to Aremu, Oyo State Government would not tolerate any form of quackery or substandard practice in the health sector, adding that anyone found culpable would face the full wrath of the law.
He urged the public to report any suspicious or illegal activity in any health facility to the Ministry of Health or the nearest security agency.
Aremu also advised the public to patronise only accredited and registered health facilities in the state, stressing that they must ensure only qualified personnel attend to them.
He appealed to health workers to abide by the ethics and standard of their profession.
“The goals remain clear, Oyo State Government is dedicated to upholding rigorous standards and prioritising the health and safety of every resident.
“The government wants to ensure that healthcare services consistently meet the highest benchmarks for quality and safety, so citizens can trust their well-being,” he said.
The chairman a urged residents to cooperate with the government in its quest to provide quality and affordable healthcare to the people.
The health facilities sealed are New Jobi Memorial Hospital, Omolara Clinic & Maternity Home, Iped Amazing Grace Medical Clinic, Emiloju Clinic and Maternity Centre Ogbere; Safeway Clinic, Gbaremu; Emilagba Clinic and Maternity Centre, Ibadan.
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