The Kano State Hospitals Management Board has approved the immediate removal and replacement of the Chief Medical Officers of Imam Wali General Hospital, Abubakar Imam Urology Centre, and Nuhu Bamalli Maternity Hospital.
The order came from the Executive Secretary of the Board, Dr Mansur Nagoda.
He also approved the suspension of all doctors and nurses who were on duty for the evening and night shifts on Sunday, July 30, 2023.
This decision was taken urgently due to the negligence of the affected staff in carrying out their duties by absconding from their duty posts and leaving patients in the hands of students.
Dr Nagoda issued a stern warning that the Board will not tolerate any form of negligence, late-coming, or abandonment of duty by medical workers.
He emphasized that appropriate sanctions would be imposed on anyone found wanting, in accordance with thecivil service rules and regulations.
He called upon other hospitals to improve their performance and efficiency. The state’s health facilities will be closely monitored to enhance the overall health sector of Kano state.
