The Kebbi State Government has established a special
committee to investigate the controversial death of two children at the General
Hospital Zuru.
The incident, which occurred earlier this week,
reportedly involved two sisters who became critically ill shortly after
receiving an injection at the facility, sparking public concern and allegations
of medical negligence.
Governor Nasir Idris approved the formation of the
panel following mounting pressure from residents and the victims’ family for a
thorough investigation.
The development was announced in a statement issued in
Birnin Kebbi by the Secretary to the State Government, Yakubu Tafida.
According to the statement, the committee will be
chaired by the Commissioner for Information, Yakubu Ahmed, with the
Commissioners for Health, Sama’ila Augie, and Establishment, Manu Dogondaji,
serving as members. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Zaki
Abubakar Zaki, will act as secretary.
The panel has been tasked with conducting a
comprehensive and impartial investigation to determine both the immediate and
underlying causes of the deaths, as well as to verify claims that the children
were administered a wrong injection.
It is also expected to identify any individuals found
culpable, recommend appropriate sanctions, and propose measures to prevent
similar incidents in the future.
The government emphasized that it will not tolerate
negligence within the healthcare system and assured that anyone found
responsible will face the full weight of the law.
The committee has been given one week to submit its
findings and has been directed to commence work immediately.
The incident has triggered outrage within the
community, with calls for justice and accountability for the deceased children.
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