Professional nursing body distances itself from individual implicated in death of corps member in Ogun state

The Ogun State Nursing and Midwifery Committee has issued a statement distancing itself from Kehinde Adesanya, a suspect implicated in the death of a corps member in Abeokuta, stating that Adesanya is not a registered nurse.

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This declaration was made by the committee's chairman, Dr. Serifat Aminu, on behalf of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, which is led by registrar Dr. Ndagi Al-Hassan, following an investigation into the incident.

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According to the committee's findings, Kehinde Adesanya is neither licensed nor recognised by the council to practise nursing in Ogun State or anywhere else in the country.

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Dr. Aminu explained that a thorough review of available records and verification checks were conducted, and the outcome clearly indicates that the suspect is not registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.

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Dr. Aminu described reports referring to the suspect as a nurse as misleading, as this misrepresentation undermines the integrity of the profession, which is guided by strict training, certification, and ethical standards.

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She emphasized that referring to an unqualified individual as a nurse is not only incorrect but also damaging to the image of the profession, which is built on rigorous standards.

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The committee noted that the incident highlights the growing problem of quackery in the health sector, where unqualified individuals posing as healthcare professionals pose significant risks to public safety.

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Dr. Aminu warned that quackery remains a serious threat, as such individuals lack the necessary knowledge, skills, and regulatory oversight to provide safe and effective care, which can lead to severe health complications and preventable deaths.

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She cautioned members of the public against seeking medical attention from unlicensed practitioners and advised residents to verify the credentials of healthcare providers before doing so.

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Dr. Aminu urged the public to seek care only from recognised and accredited health facilities and to promptly report suspected cases of quackery to the relevant authorities.

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The committee assured that it would continue to collaborate with government agencies to identify, apprehend, and prosecute offenders, in order to safeguard public health and uphold professional standards.