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Family demands N1 billion from Enugu hospital over ‘reckless’ death of patient

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The family of Dr Johnson Ezeanyanwu raised the alarm over the circumstances which led to his sudden death at the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Teaching Hospital (Parklane) Enugu on January 10.

The family of the deceased in a petition to the Chairman of the hospital management board, and the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Enugu State, accused the hospital of recklessness, negligence to duty, nonchalance, professional misconduct, and suspected-delegation to an incompetent professional without due supervision.

In the petition signed by their counsel, Chief Sir OAU Onyema, the family said that they will not leave the matter for God, and that they have resolved to assist, by handing the same over to those created by God, and empowered to handle conflicting-issues of men- the Temple of Justice.

The petition reads, “Sir, we have been briefed and our services retained by the family, friends and well-wishers of once ebullient Dr Johnson Ezeanyanwu, as represented by his two sons Engr Ugochukwu Ezeanyanwu and Dr Chigozie Ezeanyanwu of No 38 Church Road, Abakpa Housing Estate, Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria. We shall for the purposes of this letter refer to them as our clients. It is on their instruction, authority, and on their behalf that we write you as follows:

“Sir, our clients approached us in grief, pains and pathetic stories of how they lost their ebullient father in your hospital under unwarranted circumstances.

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“Indeed, we are highly constrained, after our detailed review of the contents of the Hospital folder of Late Dr Johnson Ezeanyanwu, and all other circumstances surrounding the untimely reckless death of this Doctor of Metallurgical and Material Engineering of Enugu State University of Science and Technology; to the extent that we are gagging ourselves and overstretching our limit of restraint, from describing his death as Manslaughter, and following it up in that regards.

“Sir, without mincing words, Dr Ezeanyanwu was hale and hearty, safe for a minor inguinal hernia on his right groin which sparingly disturbs him. On noticing that the hernia worries him after trekking a reasonable distance, he decided to operate and remove it by a simple elective topical surgery, called herniorrhaphy.

“To give a clue of his physical state of health, Late Dr Ezeanyanwu personally drove himself to Ezeagu over the weekend on Sunday 7th day of January, 2024 to attend many functions with his friends and well-wishers.

“On Tuesday 9/1/2024, being the day slated for the surgery (which in our Local palace is called ‘ibo’-Akpu’), he drove himself to the hospital being ESUT Parklane, and personally procured all the listed surgical materials that were used.

“Dr Johnson Ezeanyanwu, was then evaluated medically, and found very fit for the minor surgery called herniorrhaphy. All his Medical diagnostic parameters revealed very stable and Standard health Indices, with no fear of any complication arising.

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“The vital signs, hematological indices etc were all standard; to the extent that the surgery as appropriate will be concluded in record time, with little or no bleeding, and he will leave for home the same day.

“However, recklessness, nonchalance, negligence, and manifest incompetence of the particular officer who was “said” to have performed the minor surgery, came into play. We have incontrovertible indices to believe that, he most probably delegated the surgical act to a novice, without following up with adequate supervision, hence resulting Manifest incompetence in the procedure, that led to the tearing of the abdomen of Mr Johnson Ezeanyanwu, to the extent that few hours after the surgery, he was discovered to have a bloated Tummy with almost half of his blood volume pouring into his abdomen, – a situation called intra peritoneal hemorrhage. This is a very serious and strange complication described by experts, to have emanated from simple herniorrhaphy.

“Indeed, this excessive loss of blood, brought about instant re-scheduling of late Dr Johnson Ezeanyanwu for another (2nd) surgery called Exploratory Laparoscopy to know what was amiss, as the team on Doctors, who had mismanaged the man during the 1st surgery, were confused at the development.

“It was at this juncture that they called out for blood from the relative, at about 10.00pm on 9th day of January, 2024. And they requested that they purchase, yet another round of surgical materials. The Surgical materials listed where purchased, but to our clients’ chagrin, No single drop of blood was in the entire ESUT Teaching Hospital Blood Bank by then; yet, they embarked on the said surgery. What a state of recklessness.

“However, analysis of experts unveiled that the herniorrhaphy surgery is a minor surgery that does not cause loss of blood. In essence, incompetence or negligence came into place, as the surgery must have not followed the procedure meant for herniorrhaphy, hence occasioning the encountered damaged that brought about, Ezeanyanwu losing half of his entire blood volume into his abdomen is less than 2 hours after the operation. It was then believed that an irregular act or reckless surgical maneuvering was done, which perforated the femoral artery- a deep major blood vessel conveying blood from the back of the abdomen to the Lower limbs – the legs.

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“In a bid to unveil the enigma, our clients averred that one Dr Jude Ivenso (Senior Registrar-08025310759), who was stated to have performed the operation, is an experienced Senior Registrar of about 10 years, and duly knows the procedure for herniorrhaphy, and had done same operation severally without any complications. It is also our clients’ averment, that while at the hospital prior to the surgery (Operation) they observed a close association which they will not wish to describe as amorous, between the said Senior Registrar and a young Lady said to be a House Officer on training called Dr Nneoma Ohieri -08177573896, and that the two entered the theater with Late Dr Johnson Ezeanyanwu. Who eventually performed the Surgical act, only the two can explain. And they were all working under a Consultant called Dr Chukwudi Ilo – 08037667877.

“Our clients further maintained that it was only when the once ebullient Johnson Ezeanyanwu was dying, from the unwarranted complications from what ought to be a simple surgery, that they beckoned on the said consultant, and their team recommended that blood should be provided by the relatives, for transfusion. Despite, the unavailability of blood, in the entire hospital, which was undertaking surgical operations on people; our clients rushed out, and provided blood after about an hour of request at about 11.00pm same day; and same was cross-matched and passed for infusion on Dr Johnson Ezeanynwu. His PCV was checked, and what was initially about 40% prior to the initial surgery when he came to the hospital, was then about 25%. All other vital signs checked at the hospital had dropped up to half, including his blood pressure and pulse. It was then the team of Doctors aforementioned in the preceding paragraph, took him back to the theater, for the said Exploratory Laparoscopy, to ascertain the exact artery, from where Dr Johnson was losing blood into his abdomen.

“The most painful, was that despite these emergency situations and dangerous pointers, our client averred that the team, was unalarmed, and did not display any serious concern, or state of emergency that needed quick interventions, even when a novice could easily decipher that there is great urgency; and at the end they forgot to even use the blood which they suffered to provide, to at least stabilize the lost blood volume, before anaesthetizing him for the 2nd Surgery / operation of Exploratory Laparoscopy. The consequence, is that Dr Johnson Ezeanyanwu got no salvation, or help in the hands of those he entrusted his life, and he suffered hypovolemic shock, with Cardiopulmonary insufficiency, which culminated to cardiac arrest, and consequently death, at about 12.10am. That was pure death, as a result of trauma, caused by the said medical experts, who ought to heal trauma, as Dr Ezeanyanwu NEVER had any trauma, when he drove himself to the hospital for the elective (scheduled) minor surgery / operation.

“Sir, one the son of Late Dr Johnson Ezeanyanwu studied and is practicing Medicine and Surgery. A lot of Dr Ezeanyanwu’s associates, friend a and well-wishers – our clients, are Consultant Surgeons; and most of them, who are experts, and are willing to testify in this matter, maintained, that the great Philosopher of Metallurgical and material Engineering, – a great son of Umuezidolu, in Uzo Uwani LGA of Enugu State, suffered serious RECKLESSNESS, NEGLIGENCE, NONCHALANCE, in the hands of this team. And they posit that it is only PROFESSIONAL MISCONDUCT, AND SUSPECTED-DELEGATION TO AN INCOMPETENT PERSON WITHOUT DUE SUPERVISION, that can lead to such complication from simple minor Surgery. Anatomical positions of the arteries, vis-a-vis the position of the inguinal canal, where the herniorrhaphy was performed, will unveil that it is only recklessness, incompetence and Negligence, that might have resulted to the trauma on the arteries, which caused the death of Ezeanyanwu.

“Our clients expressed concerns on their observed excessive shivery of the House Officer- Dr Ohieri who stumbled into them, next day after the death of Dr Ezeanyanwu, while meeting with Dr Ivenso and the Consultant Dr Ilo on enquiry about the cause of death. They then wondered whether it could be that she was the one that performed the wrong procedure. Was she qualified to do so?, and Who authorized her to do so? And who supervised her? And Why? These are questions the investigation will unveil.

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“Honestly, we need not ask what happened. A simple methodical reasoning from syllogism, will broaden our horizon, and incontrovertibly prove by circumstantial evidence, that something awful, and procedurally wrong, happened to Late Dr Johnson Ezeanyanwu at his young age of 62, at ESUT Teaching Hospital Parklane, on 9th day of January, 2024; and such must be punished and compensated.

“We have taken pains to obtain copies of all the contents of Dr Johnson Ezeanyanwu’s Folder, laboratory and diagnostic reports, which we will use in proof of our case; and we hereby give you NOTICE TO PRODUCE the same, when called upon. We need no further report to establish our claims, as the contents of the materials before us, collaborated by the cause of death in the Death Certificate issued by your office, are res ipsa loquitur.

“A simply summary of an Expert Report in this imbroglio reads thus: “Following a Pre-Surgical PCV of 40% and Post herniorrhaphy / Pre- Exploratory Laparotomy PCV of 25%, the patient lost 5 Units of blood which is equivalent of half of his blood volume equaling about 2250 -2500mls. Blood was eventually given to surgeons before they went into the theater with the deceased for the second surgery (Exploratory Laparotomy). However, the blood provided was not transfused before the patient was given General Anesthesia and following such volume of blood lost, the heart & lungs could not withstand the effect of the General Anesthesia, and he had a cardiac Arrest as primary Cause of Death, secondary from Hypovolemic Shock (low blood volume), and General anesthesia- induced Cardiopulmonary failure following massive intra – abdominal Hemorrhage from complications of herniorrhaphy. Herniorrhaphy is a simple procedure, and such complications are strange to it, and could only emanate from carelessness, Recklessness, Negligence and incompetence. Indeed, the death was induced and avoidable.”

“TAKE NOTICE THAT it’s our clients’ expression that they are not going to leave this issue for God. And that they have resolved to assist, by handing the same over to those created by God, and empowered to handle conflicting-issues of men- the Temple of Justice.

“TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT, unless and until our clients are pacified, we shall be constrained after 3 (three) months from the receipt of this mail, to bring this matter before the Temple of justice, wherein we will claim against:

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“And, we shall be claiming amongst other reliefs, a Compensation and punitive General damages of N1,000,000,000:00 (One Billion Naira only) for the unwarranted, reckless and negligent cause of death of Dr Johnson Ezeanyanwu.

“Sir, if your office is not ready to work with discipline, they should shut-down. It will be deceptive to be giving the public, wrong impression that you are working, while you are rather by omissions or commissions causing colossal damages to the system.”

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  1. O.C.O

    February 2, 2024 at 7:52 am

    Parklane has been a dead zone for patients… Using student doctor to perform procedure without proper supervisions

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Japa: Nigeria needs 300,000 doctors but has only 40,000

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Nigeria’s already fragile healthcare system is facing a critical manpower deficit, as the number of licensed doctors has dropped to about 40,000, far below the estimated 300,000 needed to adequately serve a population of over 220 million, PUNCH HealthWise can authoritatively report.

In 2024, the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, revealed that Nigeria had about 55,000 licensed doctors.

Speaking during an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Pate disclosed that no fewer than 16,000 doctors had left the country in the past five years, while about 17,000 others had been transferred out of active service.

Worrisomely, a new revelation by the Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, indicates that the number of practising doctors in Nigeria has declined from 55,000 to 40,000 within just one year.

In his presentation at a one-day leadership dialogue in Lagos themed “Strengthening PHC Systems: A Joint Leadership Dialogue,” Abayomi identified manpower shortage as one of the most critical challenges facing the health sector.

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The dialogue, organised by the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board with support from development partners, addressed barriers hindering PHCs from meeting expectations and proposed practical solutions for building sustainable PHCs with lasting impact.

Abayomi stated that Lagos currently has only 7,000 doctors serving an estimated 30 million residents, far below the number needed for optimal care delivery.

The commissioner raised concerns over the acute shortage of health workers in the state, disclosing that the state requires an additional 33,000 doctors to meet the healthcare demands of its growing population.

“Nigeria currently has about 40,000 doctors against an estimated need of 300,000, while Lagos alone requires about 33,000 doctors but has only about 7,000,” he said.

According to him, Lagos’ doctor-to-population ratio remains far below what is required for optimal healthcare delivery, noting that the state’s doctors are serving an estimated population of nearly 30 million people.

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To address the shortfall, Abayomi said the state government is investing in its newly established University of Medicine and Health.

“Within five years, UMH will produce about 2,500 healthcare workers annually, including laboratory scientists and other essential cadres,” he stated.

The mass exodus of healthcare professionals popularly known as japa syndrome, especially doctors, nurses, and pharmacists has remained a major concern in Nigeria.

A 2017 survey conducted by a Nigerian polling organisation in partnership with Nigeria Health Watch revealed that about 88 per cent of Nigerian doctors were seeking job opportunities abroad at the time.

Healthcare leaders have attributed the worsening brain drain to poor funding, dilapidated infrastructure, harsh working conditions, insecurity, and weak policy implementation.
According to the General Medical Council of the United Kingdom, the number of Nigerian-trained doctors practising in the UK has climbed to 11,001.
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The President of the Nigerian Medical Association, Prof. Bala Audu, recently warned that Nigeria has moved beyond passive brain drain and has become a direct recruitment hub for foreign governments seeking skilled medical professionals.

In an interview, Audu revealed that international recruiters now visit Nigeria to directly hire doctors—particularly specialists such as obstetricians, gynaecologists, and paediatricians—offering them superior working conditions, remuneration, and infrastructure.

He lamented that while Nigeria’s population continues to grow and mortality rates remain high, the country is losing specialists at an alarming rate.

“Many of our doctors are not even going abroad to look for jobs. Foreign governments now come into Nigeria to pick doctors and take them away,” Audu said.

“We are still having more births, yet maternal deaths remain high because the skilled birth attendants who should care for these women are reducing every day.”

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Audu added that in some specialties, the number of Nigerian doctors practising abroad may already exceed those still working within the country, a situation worsened by the government’s failure to significantly improve doctors’ welfare despite existing policy frameworks.

Experts have warned that with the current pace of emigration, it would be impossible for Nigeria to produce enough health workers to meet its growing healthcare demands. They estimate that it would take at least 20 years to train the over 400,000 health workers required to close the gap.

A former President of the NMA, Prof. Mike Ogirima, described Nigeria’s doctor-to-patient ratio as “horrible,” noting that the country currently has about one doctor to 8,000 patients—far below the World Health Organisation’s recommendation of one doctor to 600 patients.

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Neglect of routine self-breast examination, routine PSA test fueling cancer deaths

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Nigerian health communication researcher, Ifesinachi Ayogu, has attributed the rising number of cancer-related deaths in the country to the neglect of routine self-breast examination among women and routine Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) testing among men.

Ayogu told journalists on Monday that the failure to prioritise regular screening had contributed significantly to late detection of breast and prostate cancers, which are among the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in Nigeria.

He said many cancer cases were only discovered when the disease had reached advanced stages, making treatment more complex and survival chances lower.

According to him, the increasing burden of cancer deaths calls for a more intentional and sustained approach to cancer awareness, early detection, and preventive health behaviour.

“Early detection saves lives, but many people are not practising simple, routine screening that could help detect cancer early,” Ayogu said.

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He noted that breast cancer and prostate cancer were often manageable when detected early, but ignorance, fear, stigma, and limited awareness continued to discourage people from carrying out regular checks.

The researcher explained that self-breast examination allows women to notice unusual lumps or changes early, while routine PSA testing helps detect prostate abnormalities before symptoms become severe.

Ayogu said deaths resulting from breast and prostate cancers were often preventable, stressing that delayed diagnosis was a major factor contributing to high mortality rates.

He added that many Nigerians still lacked basic information on how to conduct self-breast examinations, when to go for PSA tests, and where to seek appropriate medical care.

The health communication researcher emphasised the need for community-based education, especially in rural areas, using trusted platforms such as churches, markets, women’s groups, and radio programmes to promote routine screening practices.

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He also urged healthcare providers and public health institutions to intensify public education on cancer prevention and ensure that screening information was simple, accurate, and accessible.

Ayogu advised individuals with a family history of breast or prostate cancer to be particularly vigilant about routine screening and healthy lifestyle practices.

He stressed that promoting routine self-breast examination and PSA testing would play a critical role in reducing late presentation and improving cancer survival outcomes in Nigeria.

Ifeshinachi Ayogu is a PhD graduate student, at the University of Oklahoma United States of America, his core interest is cancer communication, according to him, he believes that the next breakthroughs in cancer care for Nigerian women and men will not come from medicine alone.

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Fresh Ebola outbreak: Nigeria tightens border control

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The Federal Government said it had intensified monitoring and screening procedures at all points of entry in response to the ongoing outbreak of the Ebola Virus Disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The Director of Port Health Services at the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Dr Akpan Nse, disclosed this in an exclusive interview with Saturday PUNCH on Friday.

Nse also noted that additional staff had been employed to strengthen border surveillance in the country.

Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo declared an outbreak of Ebola virus disease in Kasai Province, where 28 suspected cases and 16 deaths, including four health workers, had been reported as of September 5, 2025.

The outbreak comes at a time when much of Central and West Africa is grappling with overlapping health and humanitarian crises, including cholera, malnutrition, and population displacement.

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The DRC’s last outbreak of Ebola virus disease occurred in the north-western Equateur Province in April 2022.

It was brought under control within three months.

In Kasai Province, previous Ebola outbreaks were reported in 2007 and 2008. Overall, the country has experienced 15 outbreaks since the disease was first identified in 1976.

Ebola virus disease is a rare but severe, often fatal illness in humans.

It is transmitted to people through close contact with the blood, secretions, organs, or other bodily fluids of infected animals such as fruit bats (believed to be the natural hosts). Human-to-human transmission occurs through direct contact with the blood or bodily fluids of an infected person, contaminated objects, or the body of someone who died from the disease.

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In the ongoing outbreak, samples tested on September 3 at the National Institute of Biomedical Research in the capital, Kinshasa, confirmed that the cause was Ebola Zaire, a strain of the Ebola virus.

Dr Nse noted that although Nigeria was at risk of importing the virus due to high levels of international travel with the DRC, Port Health Services was on alert and had strengthened surveillance to prevent this.

He said, “We have intensified surveillance at all points of entry across the country—airports, land borders, and seaports. Every inbound traveller coming from Congo to Nigeria is thoroughly screened, and we collect their medical history through mandatory forms.

“We have also reactivated our portals. Every passenger on every flight coming to Nigeria from Congo is screened upon arrival. This applies to airports, seaports, and land borders. Even if passengers transit through Congo on their way to Nigeria, they must undergo screening.

“In addition, with support from WHO, we have recruited more staff to enhance surveillance. Increasing the workforce allows us to effectively prevent the importation of the virus and ensure thorough screening at all borders.”

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He added that some private organisations had partnered the Federal Government to ensure that thermal scanners at airports remained fully functional.

Meanwhile, the WHO has released $500,000 from its Contingency Fund for Emergencies to support the response to the Ebola Virus Disease outbreak in the DR Congo.

Announcing this at a media briefing on global health issues on Friday, the WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, disclosed that 28 suspected cases and 16 deaths had been reported so far, including four health workers.

He highlighted that the UN body already had staff on the ground in Kasai, with more on the way.

“We’re joining rapid response teams to trace contacts and find cases; we’re collecting and testing samples, and we’re providing technical expertise in surveillance, infection prevention and control, treatment, risk communication, and more. WHO has also delivered personal protective equipment, laboratory equipment, medical supplies, and a mobile laboratory.

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“We had previously prepositioned 2000 doses of Ebola vaccine in Kinshasa, which we are releasing to vaccinate contacts and health workers.  This is the 16th outbreak of Ebola in the DRC, and the government has rich experience from those previous outbreaks,” the WHO boss stated.

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Meningitis kills 74 in Nigeria, 22 states affected – NCDC

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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention says the country has recorded a total of 807 suspected cases of cerebrospinal meningitis, and 74 deaths from 22 states as of March 26, 2025

The NCDC stated that the Case Fatality Rate is at 9.2 per cent as of March 26, 2025.3.27

The centre disclosed this in a statement titled: “CSM outbreak: NCDC rapid response teams in Kebbi, Sokoto, and Katsina states,” signed by its Head of Corporate Communication, Sani Datti, on Thursday.

It said its Rapid Response Teams are already in Kebbi, Sokoto, and Katsina states in response to the ongoing outbreak of CSM.

It noted that the deployment follows a significant increase in suspected cases reported from these states.

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“As of 26th March 2025, a total of 807 suspected cases and 74 deaths have been reported across 22 states, with a CFR of 9.2 per cent.

“Affected states include Kebbi, Katsina, Jigawa, Yobe, Gombe, Adamawa, Borno, Ebonyi, Oyo, Bauchi, Ondo, Kaduna, Osun, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Benue, Ekiti, Niger, Plateau, FCT, and Sokoto.

“Kebbi, Katsina, and Sokoto States have recorded the highest number of suspected cases, deaths, and CFRs, with relatively low sample collection rates, necessitating urgent intervention,” it highlighted.According to the Director General of the NCDC, Dr. Jide Idris, the RRT will be there for 14 days, and if need be, an extension will be given to the team.

Idris emphasised the importance of personal safety and instructed all team members to strictly observe infection prevention and control protocols throughout the response effort.

“The deployed teams, comprising multisectoral and interdisciplinary experts—including specialists in case management and lumbar puncture techniques—are already in the affected states and working closely with the state health authorities to contain the outbreak and prevent further transmission.

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“Key objectives of the response include rapid containment of the outbreak; strengthening case management and IPC measures; enhancing surveillance and sample collection; conducting risk communication and community engagement activities; and identifying the outbreak’s source and recommending appropriate public health actions.

“The NCDC remains committed to supporting state governments and partners to safeguard the health of Nigerians through timely and effective response to public health threats,” he stated.

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WHO Lauds Enugu’s Healthcare Innovations, Declares Engr. Beloved-Dan Anike Most Pro-Health Chair 

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The World Health Organization (WHO) has commended Enugu State for its outstanding leadership in advancing Universal Health Coverage (UHC), recognizing the Executive Chairman of Enugu East Local Government Area, Engr. Pst. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike, as the most Pro-Health Mayor in Enugu State.

This recognition came during the official flag-off of the Enugu East Health Insurance Scheme at the Enugu Type Two Primary Health Care Center in Emene. The WHO South-East Zonal Coordinator, Dr. Chukwumuanya Igboekwu, highlighted the initiative as a groundbreaking model, marking the first time a Local Government Chairman in Nigeria has committed substantial resources toward community-wide healthcare access.

Dr. Igboekwu emphasized that Enugu East’s proactive approach aligns with global best practices, strengthening health security and enhancing economic growth through a healthier workforce. He applauded Enugu State’s strategic healthcare reforms, positioning it as a front-runner in the drive for Universal Health Coverage.

In his remarks, Engr. Pst. Beloved-Dan Obi Anike revealed that the newly launched scheme will enroll 5,000 elderly residents—both indigenes and non-indigenes aged 60 and above—into the State Universal Health Coverage program. The initiative, set to run from April 1, 2025, to April 1, 2026, guarantees free healthcare services for these beneficiaries.

The Mayor expressed gratitude to the Executive Governor of Enugu State for spearheading a wave of disruptive innovations across multiple sectors, particularly in healthcare. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to aligning with the state government’s vision, stating, “When you have a Governor delivering over a thousand projects concurrently, you must take steps to keep up with his momentum.”

As part of this commitment, Engr. Anike disclosed that his administration has also commenced the construction of Type One Primary Healthcare Centers in Neke-Uno and Obinagu Nike communities, with approval secured for three additional centers across Enugu East LGA.

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Dr. Ifeyinwa Ani-Osheku, Executive Secretary of the Enugu State Primary Health Care Development Agency, described the initiative as a monumental achievement, emphasizing its life-changing impact on the elderly population. Similarly, Dr. Edith Okolo, Executive Secretary of the Enugu State Health Insurance Scheme, hailed the project as a historic milestone, ensuring that 5,000 people in Enugu East LGA will receive free healthcare for an entire year.

The event also had in attendance notable dignitaries, including the Member Representing Enugu East Rural Constituency, Hon. Raymond Ugwu; the Honourable Commissioner for Water Resources, Dr. Felix Nnamani; Member 4 of the Enugu State Local Government Service Commission, Amb. Mrs. Amaka Nweke; the Chairman of the Nigerian Medical Association, Rotarian Dr. Sunday; the PDP Chairman in Enugu East LGA, Hon. Okey Igbokwe, among others.

These stakeholders echoed WHO’s commendation, applauding the Enugu State Government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening healthcare systems and improving access to quality medical services.

Enugu State’s healthcare innovations continue to set a precedent, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in Universal Health Coverage and community-centered healthcare policies.

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