The Nigerian Medical Association, Kano State Branch, has announced the immediate withdrawal of services from the Emergency Paediatric Unit of Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital
This action follows the expiration of a 48-hour ultimatum given to the state governor, Abba Yusuf, to dismiss the State Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Amina Abdullahi HOD, over the alleged assault of a female doctor at the hospital.
The Public Relations Officer of NMA Kano, Dr Muhammad Musa, confirmed the strike on Wednesday, stating that it results from the Kano State Government’s failure to take concrete action.
“An investigation by the Ministry of Health confirmed that the doctor was not at fault in the incident, affirming that she acted with full professionalism in her duties.
“Despite this, no action has been taken to address the misconduct of the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, who led the assault and harassed a healthcare worker carrying out her duties under extremely challenging conditions.
“NMA Kano has therefore resolved to withdraw all medical services at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital indefinitely, effective from noon today, 6th November 2024.”
He said the action would not be reversed until the government dismisses the commissioner, provides adequate staffing and resources, and improves security measures.
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