The Kano State Hospitals Management Board has suspended a medical doctor (name withheld) attached to one of its secondary health facilities for allegedly reporting to work under the influence of alcohol and engaging in unprofessional misconduct.

 

 

The incident, which occurred at a government-owned hospital in the state, was reported to the Board’s management, prompting an immediate preliminary review. The initial assessment reportedly revealed misconduct, resulting in disciplinary action.

 

Executive Secretary of the Board, Dr. Mansur Mudi Nagoda, approved the issuance of a formal query to the doctor and directed his suspension pending the outcome of a detailed investigation.

 

 

In a statement issued by the board’s Public Relations Officer, Samira Sulaiman, the management described the alleged misconduct as unacceptable and contrary to the ethical standards expected of medical practitioners.

 

The statement stressed that healthcare workers are entrusted with the responsibility of protecting patients’ lives and must maintain professionalism, discipline, and sound judgment while on duty.

 

 

Dr. Nagoda reaffirmed the Kano State Government’s commitment to strengthening accountability and professionalism in the health sector, noting that any action capable of undermining public confidence would be met with appropriate sanctions.

 

The board assured the public that investigations are ongoing and that necessary measures would be taken in line with civil service rules and medical ethics.