By Suleiman Anyalewechi
The Kano State Government on Wednesday, February 24, 2026, announced the suspension of a Medical Doctor in the employ of one of the Secondary health facilities in the State for reporting to duty while under the influence of alcoholic drink.
The Medical personnel also was alleged to have indulged in an unwholesome and unprofessional conduct while on duty.
A statement from the spokesperson for the Kano State Hospital Management Board, KSHMB, Samira Suleiman, informed that the disciplinary measure which was approved by Executive Secretary of the Board, Dr Mansur Mudi Nagoda, will remain in force pending the outcome of an inquest into the unfortunate incident.
According to the statement, the Executive Secretary also directed that a query be issued to the affected doctor.
Suleiman further noted that the incident which occurred at a State Government health facility attracted the attention of some workers who promptly reported it to the authorities.
According to the Board’s spokesman, the suspension order followed a preliminary finding which confirmed the alleged misconduct on the part of the medical personnel.
The Management, the statement added, has condemned the alleged misconduct, describing it as totally unacceptable,and a gross violation of professional and ethical principles, as well as the code guiding medical practice.
While emphasizing the sensitivity of the healthcare delivery system, Dr Nagoda stressed the need for personnel to subscribe to the highest level of responsibility, discipline and sound judgment, most especially within the secondary health facilities while performing their duties.
This is as he expressed the unflinching commitment of the present Kano state Government to the task of restoring professionalism , accountability and institutional discipline and excellence within the health sector.
The Source reports that the alleged misconduct is coming amidst the ongoing Ramadan fasting period in the State.
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