Nasarawa Governor Launches Probe into Hospital Staffing Crisis

Governor Abdullahi A. Sule of Nasarawa State has initiated an investigation into the staffing crisis at Nasarawa General Hospital following a viral video that highlighted patients being left stranded due to inadequate staff. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr Gwamna Gaza, conducted an emergency inspection of the hospital and stated that the government will not tolerate conditions that jeopardize patient safety.

Dr Gaza acknowledged that the health sector is under strain from the resignation of medical personnel seeking better opportunities, which has resulted in persistent vacancies despite recruitment efforts. He emphasized the need for immediate corrective actions and announced plans for both short- and long-term solutions, including an improved pay package and a student bonding scheme aimed at retaining skilled health workers.

Dr Gaza also commended the individual who recorded and shared the video, describing it as a valuable act of whistleblowing that brought attention to the critical situation.