The Nigerian Medical Affiliation (NMA) Kano State Chapter has issued an ultimatum to the Kano State Authorities, calling for the quick dismissal of the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Amina Abdullahi HOD, following an alleged assault on a feminine physician.
In a press release signed by NMA Chairman Dr. Abdurrahman Ali and Secretary Dr. Ibrahim D. Muhammad, the affiliation reported that the incident occurred on November 1 on the Emergency Paediatric Unit of Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital.
The physician was allegedly harassed and assaulted by the commissioner and her entourage, together with safety personnel.
The altercation reportedly stemmed from the unavailability of a prescribed remedy, a matter exterior the physician’s management, as she was managing over 100 sufferers alone.
The NMA described the incident as an abuse of energy by an official anticipated to uphold humanitarian values.
“The Commissioner’s actions are a misuse of authority,” stated Dr. Abdurrahman Ali, NMA Kano Chairman. “This assault not solely undermines the well being sector’s integrity but additionally violates the moral obligations public officers ought to uphold. Such conduct endangers healthcare employees and disrupts important companies.”
In an emergency assembly, the NMA Kano resolved to take a stand. Their calls for embody the quick dismissal of the commissioner and a rise in staffing and safety at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital.
“The physician was on responsibility, single-handedly managing a number of pediatric instances beneath difficult circumstances,” stated Dr. Ibrahim D. Muhammad, NMA Kano Secretary. “This incident highlights broader challenges in our hospitals, together with understaffing, lack of sources, and insufficient safety for medical personnel.”
The NMA Kano has threatened to droop medical companies at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital inside 48 hours if their calls for aren’t met. The affiliation expressed concern over the influence on affected person care however emphasised the necessity for motion to make sure healthcare employee security.
“Our resolution to droop companies is troublesome however obligatory,” Dr. Ali defined. “Healthcare professionals shouldn’t should work in worry. This motion calls on each the federal government and the general public to acknowledge the every day challenges we face in delivering care.”
The NMA additionally addressed the general public, explaining that the short-term suspension goals to safe a safer and extra supportive setting for medical employees, in the end enhancing the standard of care supplied.
The affiliation urged the Kano State Governor to take quick motion, stressing that healthcare professionals should have the ability to work in an setting that respects their dedication. “We name on the Governor to handle these points promptly to stop additional disruptions within the healthcare system,” Dr. Ali acknowledged.
The NMA Kano reaffirmed its dedication to collaborating with the federal government to result in reforms that might improve healthcare supply throughout the state.
