The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating quackery and illegal health facilities throughout the State

The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi stated this while monitoring various health facilities Statewide

The facilities sealed during the monitoring exercise include Ayinke Clinic and Maternity, Omowumi Hospital and Olajumoke Clinic Maternity at Saki respectively, and six others within the Ibadan metropolis

The Commissioner said that a huge number of health facilities have been sanctioned for committing different offenses ranging from the recruitment of unqualified medical personnel, non-registration of the facility, handling of cases beyond the facility,  among others

It would be recalled that the State Anti-quackery Task Force was set up by His Excellency, Engr. Seyi Makinde, headed by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Adewumi Ajetunmobi, with qualified Medical Personnel as Team members with the aim of eradicating fraudulent practices within the health sector

Speaking during the exercise, the Chairman of the State Anti-quackery Task Force Committee, Dr. Adekunle Aremu reiterated that the State Government is making concerted efforts in monitoring various health facilities across the State to separate the quacks from professionals in the health sector

He urged the public to report any suspicious or illegal activities in health facilities to the State Ministry of Health or any security agency. He noted that the exercise which began in Ibadan would soon expand its tentacles to other zones including Oyo, Ogbomoso and Saki with a clear message that anyone found culpable will face the full wrath of the law.

Photo Speaks at World Oral Health Day 2024, organized by the State Ministry of Health and Government Dental Centres across the State.

The Oyo State Government, has shut six health facilities across the State over quackery.

The six health facilities sealed committed various offenses, including recruitment of unqualified personnel to provide medical services and engage in illicit practices.

Speaking during an inspection and monitoring exercise held within the Ibadan metropolis, the State Antiquackery Task Force Committee Chairman, Dr. Adekunle Aremu said the team carried out the operation as part of the Government’s efforts towards protecting the health and well-being of residents.

Dr. Aremu said the Oyo State Government would not tolerate any form of quackery or substandard practice in the health sector.

He added that anyone found culpable would face the full wrath of the law.

He urged the public to report any suspicious or illegal activity in any health facility to the Ministry of Health or the nearest security agency.

He also advised the public to patronize only accredited and registered health facilities in the State, adding that they must ensure only qualified personnel attend to them.

He appealed to health workers to abide by the ethics and standard of their profession.

The Chairman also urged residents to cooperate with the Government in its quest to provide quality and affordable health care to the people.

He said: “The goals remain clear, Oyo State Government is dedicated to upholding rigorous standards and prioritizing 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”.

Among the facilities sealed were 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.

E-signed:

Prince Dotun Oyelade,

Commissioner for Information and Orientation,

Oyo State.