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Oyo Shuts Six Health Facilities For Alleged Malpractices

Oyo State government has shut down six health facilities across the state over alleged quackery.

Gatekeepers News reports that the state Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday.

Oyelade said that the affected facilities committed various offences, such as recruitment of unqualified personnel for medical services as well as engaging in illicit practices.

The statement further quoted the Chairman of the Oyo State Anti-quackery Task Force Committee, Dr Adekunle Aremu, as explaining that the clampdown was part of the government’s efforts to protect the health and well-being of residents.

Aremu said, “The goals remain clear; the Oyo State government is dedicated to upholding rigorous standards and prioritising the health and safety of every resident.

“The government ensures that healthcare services consistently meet the highest benchmarks for quality and safety, so citizens can trust their well-being.”

According to the statement, the affected facilities are the New Jobi Memorial Hospital; Omolara Clinic & Maternity Home; Iped Amazing Grace Medical Clinic; Emiloju, Clinic and Maternity Centre, Ogbere; and Safeway Clinic, Gbaremu; Emilagba Clinic and Maternity Centre, Ibadan.

Remi Ibikunle

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