Nasarawa State Government to Enhance Health Workers' Welfare

The Nasarawa State Government is taking steps to review the welfare package for medical and health workers in response to a viral video that highlighted the dire conditions at the General Hospital, Nasarawa. The video prompted Governor Abdullahi A. Sule to order an immediate investigation.

Dr. Gwamna Gaza, the Commissioner for Health, led a team to assess the situation at the hospital, where patients were reportedly left stranded due to a shortage of staff. Dr. Gaza announced that the government is working on an improved welfare package aimed at attracting and retaining skilled medical professionals.

He acknowledged the importance of public scrutiny for accountability and explained that the hospital's midwife on duty had failed to call for assistance during an unusual surge in patient numbers. Additionally, Dr. Gaza addressed concerns over a suspected Ebola Virus case in the Federal Capital Territory, assuring residents that surveillance systems have been activated and health facilities are on alert.