Cross River seals Safe Hand's Clinic

The Nigeria — Cross River State>>> government, through its Task Force on Health Quality and Anti-Quackery, sealed Safe Hands Maternity Clinic>>> in Calabar Municipality following the reported death of a patient after surgery. Investigations led by Abubakar Sulaimon>>> revealed numerous violations, including operating without requisite approvals, performing surgical procedures in a substandard environment, and lacking licensed nurses. The clinic, owned by Inyang Ekeng>>>, was a converted three-bedroom apartment, and surgeries were performed by Sunday Abutu>>>, a registrar with the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital. Other infractions included poor ventilation, lack of records, unhygienic conditions, and poor waste management. Governor Bassey Otu>>>'s administration reiterated its commitment to eliminating quackery and ensuring safe healthcare services, urging residents to patronize accredited health centers.