Kaduna State authorities have sealed 20 unlicensed health colleges and private hospitals in a major crackdown aimed at safeguarding public health and ensuring proper medical training standards.
Okay News reports that the enforcement action, carried out on Friday, targeted facilities across Chikun, Igabi, Kaduna North, and Kaduna South Local Government Areas.
State Commissioner for Health Umma Kaltum-Ahmed described the closures as critical to preventing unqualified practitioners and protecting patients from misleading or substandard services.
She warned that illegal institutions often issue unrecognised certificates, wasting students’ time, resources, and career prospects while endangering lives.
Kaltum-Ahmed urged residents to verify accreditation before enrolling in health programmes or seeking treatment at private facilities.
The commissioner praised Governor Uba Sani‘s leadership in repositioning the health sector to meet national benchmarks through sustained regulatory reforms.
Officials confirmed the sealed institutions lacked proper oversight and operated without required approvals.
The action aligns with broader efforts to eliminate quackery and uphold professional standards in healthcare delivery.
Public health experts welcomed the move, emphasising its importance for building a resilient system with competent professionals.
Dr. Halima Usman, a Kaduna-based medical consultant, noted that accredited training is fundamental to patient safety and effective service.
Follow-up inspections will continue to identify and address other non-compliant facilities.
Affected students and patients have been advised to channel grievances through official regulatory bodies.
The closures build on previous enforcement, including NAFDAC’s 2024 sealing of 50 unhygienic edible oil outlets and the state’s 2025 recruitment of 1,800 primary healthcare staff.
Kaduna’s proactive stance reinforces commitment to quality medical education and credible healthcare provision.
