The Niger State branch of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has directed doctors at Jummai Babangida Aliyu Maternal and Neonatal Hospital, Minna, to withdraw their services following the alleged assault of a house officer while on duty.
In a letter dated June 1, 2026, the association said the affected doctor, Joanne Husseini, was allegedly assaulted during official duty at the hospital.
The NMA condemned the incident, stating that healthcare workers should not be subjected to intimidation or assault while carrying out their professional responsibilities.
The association further noted that the incident was not the first of its kind at the facility and announced the immediate withdrawal of clinical services by doctors until concerns raised by the house officers are addressed.
The hospital’s management is yet to react to the development.
Recall that a particular incident had occurred at the Federal Medical Centre, Bida same Niger State where a nurse on duty was molested by some youths, alleging that the nurse criticised the leadership nature of the present administration in the State.
(Editor: Ken Eseni)
