Oyo Govt Seals 5 Private Health Care Facilities Over Quackery

 As part of measures put in place in protecting the health and well-being of residents, the Oyo State Government has sealed five private health facilities in Ibadan.

The healthcare facilities which were sealed for non-compliance with regulatory standards, were also found guilty of employing unqualified and unlicensed doctors, commonly referred to as quack doctors.

This is contained in a statement by the Director, Press and Public Relations, Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism, Mr. Rotimi Babalola, made available to newsmen on Thursday. 

Speaking during an inspection recently at Olodo and Moniya axis of Ibadan, the Director for Secondary health care and training, Dr. Wale Falana stated that the action became necessary after an extensive monitoring and evaluation of hospital facilities was carried out within the state. 

“The inspection revealed alarming evidence of malpractice, misdiagnoses and inappropriate treatments being administered to unsuspected patients” he said.

According to him, The five health care facilities sealed were found to be lacking in terms of equipment, personnel, and compliance with standard medical regulations.'

'Also, some hospitals were staffed with unqualified personnel who were practicing medicine without the required qualifications and license.'

 Dr. falana further expressed deep concern and warned hospitals not to compromise on the quality of healthcare offered to patients, stressing that the facilities will remain closed until they meet the requirements and standards set by the regulatory bodies.

“This administration underscores its commitment to ensuring that health care services in the Oyo State adhere to the highest standards of quality and professionalism” 

“The government of the day, distinguished health as one of the cardinal programmes, consequently, His Excellency, Engr. Seyi  Makinde takes the health of the people as essential, which is the reason behind the  omititun free health mission held quarterly  throughout the state.” 

“We will not tolerate any compromise in medical standards that could put lives at risk. Our action in closing these hospitals demonstrates our commitment to maintaining quality healthcare delivery within our state."