Rivers seals hospital over child trafficking claims
The Rivers State Government has sealed Manda Hospital in Obio/Akpor LGA over its alleged involvement in a child trafficking racketeering scheme. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-seals-hospital-over-child-trafficking-claims/
The Rivers State Government has sealed Manda Hospital in Elelenwo.Obio/Akpor Local Government Area following allegations of alleged child trafficking. The Permanent Secretary of the State Ministry of Health, Dr Vincent Wachukwu, made the announcement during the ministry’s third-quarter press briefing. Surveillance reports revealed over 150 health facilities operating without registration and supervision across four LGAs.
A task force, supported by security operatives, conducted an enforcement operation, arresting operators and seizing the hospital. Only about 20% of registered facilities complied with mandatory annual inspections. Three persons were arrested for prosecution, including a Ukrainian-trained doctor operating an unregistered facility.
Havilla Hospital in Igwuruta was also sealed for operating below minimum standards. The government aims to eradicate quackery and ensure proper training for Traditional Birth Attendants.
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