Six health facilities have been shut by the Oyo State Government across the state for quack practice.
Among the offences of the sealed health facilities were recruitment of unqualified personnel to provide medical services and engaging in unlawful practices, according to a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, on Thursday, February 15.
Speaking during an inspection and monitoring exercise held within the Ibadan metropolis, the chairman of the State Antiquackery Task Force Committee, Dr. Adekunle Aremu, said that the team carried out the operation as part of the government’s efforts towards protecting the health and well-being of residents.
Dr. Aremu stated that the state government would not tolerate any form of quackery or substandard practice in the health sector.
He added 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.
He also advised the public to patronise only accredited and registered health facilities in the state, adding 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 Chairman also urged residents to cooperate with the government in its quest to provide quality and affordable health care to the people.
He said: “The goals remain clear, Oyo State government is dedicated to upholding rigorous standards and prioritising the health and safety of every resident.
“The government ensures that healthcare services consistently meet the highest benchmarks for quality and safety, so citizens can trust their well-being.”
Among the facilities sealed were the New Jobi Memorial Hospital; Omolara Clinic & Maternity Home; Amazing Grace Medical Clinic; Emiloju Clinic and Maternity Centre, Ogbere; Safeway Clinic, Gbaremu and Emilagba Clinic and Maternity Centre, Ibadan.
