Missing Hospital Items: Our reputation tarnished – Nasarawa CMD
From Abubakar Abdullahi, Lafia The Chief Medical Director of Nasarawa State Hospitals Management Board, Dr. Egba Edego, says information contained in a viral video alleging missing hospital equipment at General Hospital, Umaisha, has tarnished the image of health workers in the state. Dr. Edego stated this while addressing journalists in his office in Lafia, the […]
Chief Medical Director of Nasarawa State Hospitals Management Board, Dr. Egba Edego, has expressed concern over allegations of missing hospital equipment at General Hospital, Umaisha. Dr. Edego stated that the information from a viral video has tarnished the image of health workers in the state. He disclosed that a committee has been set up to investigate the matter, with the report expected "by tomorrow or next."
Governor Abdullahi Sule has also directed the Commissioner for Health to set up another committee to probe the allegations. These allegations include theft, vandalization of government property, and misinformation. The Board has pledged full support to the investigation committee, as the issue has significantly impacted the reputation of the staff and the entire health sector.
Governor Sule had ordered the dismissal and prosecution of any staff found guilty of selling 50 orthopedic mattresses, 50 ceiling fans, and 40 standing fans donated to the hospital by Hon. Ibrahim Abdullahi Sa'ad. The incident has generated widespread reactions across the state, with calls for greater accountability in the management of public health facilities.
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