Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda has condemned the recent attack on the Kankara Local Government General Hospital by bandits
He made this known in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, on Thursday.
According to the statement, Radda expressed outrage at the targeting of a healthcare facility where patients, including injured individuals, seek medical attention.
“This assault on healthcare workers and patients shows how low and cruel these bandits are,” said the governor.
While acknowledging recent successes in combating banditry across the state, Radda emphasised that the fight continues.
“Though we have made noticeable progress in reducing these attacks, this incident reminds us that our mission is not complete. We are implementing additional security measures, including enhanced personnel presence at healthcare facilities throughout Katsina State.
“Governor Radda frankly posited that the Government of Katsina will not allow criminals to impede access to medical care or endanger healthcare workers.
“Subsequently, the Governor issued a stern warning to bandits and their collaborators, stating, ‘Anyone found aiding these criminals or participating in such attacks will face the full force of the law. There will be no safe haven for those who threaten our healthcare system,’” the statement added.
The governor assured the Katsina State Chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association and affected hospital staff of his administration’s commitment to their safety.
“We are restrategising our security approach to ensure that our medical professionals can perform their vital duties without fear. The safety of our healthcare workers and residents remains our paramount concern,” he concluded.
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