The Lagos State Government has sealed off 30 health facilities across the state for breaching medical regulations and endangering patient safety.
According to the Health Facilities Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA), the affected centres were either unlicensed, poorly maintained, or staffed by unqualified individuals.
At a sensitisation meeting held in Ifako-Ijaiye, the agency’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Abiola Idowu, said the clampdown was part of an ongoing drive to rid the state of quackery. She explained that inspectors uncovered dirty environments, malfunctioning equipment, and, in some cases, facilities with no trained personnel on duty.
Idowu revealed that government-accredited hospitals and clinics now carry QR codes, allowing patients to verify their status, check services offered, and submit complaints instantly. She urged Lagos residents to always confirm that a health centre is certified before seeking treatment.
She also warned that illegal operators often vanish when complications occur, leaving patients stranded. “Unregistered facilities pose a serious risk. Only centres certified by HEFAMAA can guarantee safe and reliable care,” she said.
The agency appealed for public cooperation, stressing that community involvement and vigilance are key to eliminating quack practices in healthcare delivery.
