The Enugu State Government has sealed several private health facilities in Enugu South Local Government Area over illegal operations and unacceptable medical practices, warning that it will not tolerate activities that endanger patients’ lives.
The enforcement action followed an inspection of about 12 private healthcare facilities by the state Ministry of Health, which uncovered establishments operating illegally and violating acceptable healthcare standards.
The exercise was conducted under the supervision of the Commissioner for Health, Prof. George Ugwu, by a team of ministry directors led by the Director of Medical Services, Dr. Chinyere Ezeudu.
The team inspected the facilities to verify their registration status, assess operational standards and determine compliance with healthcare regulations and professional guidelines.
Following the discoveries, the ministry sealed the affected facilities and directed them to immediately stop operations.
The ministry described the violations as unacceptable and a serious threat to public health, stressing that the enforcement action was aimed at protecting residents from substandard medical services, unqualified practitioners and practices capable of putting lives at risk.
Commissioner for Health, Prof. George Ugwu, reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah to protecting residents through effective regulation, quality assurance and sustained monitoring of healthcare facilities across the state.
Ugwu warned that the government would not tolerate illegal medical operations, professional misconduct or any practice that compromises patient safety.
He also directed private healthcare operators to ensure their facilities are properly registered and licensed, and that their services remain within the scope of their approved operations.
The commissioner further warned that the ministry would continue its monitoring and enforcement exercises to ensure that only qualified and authorised healthcare providers deliver medical services to residents of Enugu State.
