Nigerian Doctors Fleeing Death on Duty

Nigerian doctors have sought better opportunities abroad due to meager pay for years. Some are escaping hazardous work conditions, leading to tragic and preventable deaths.

On August 1, Vwaere Daiso’s fatal accident at a Lagos hospital shed light on the dire state of medical facilities. Despite efforts to rescue her, malfunctioning equipment and delays in assistance proved fatal.

The incident and the deplorable conditions in state-run establishments have sparked outrage among healthcare professionals like Joy Aifuobhokhan, who experienced a harrowing ordeal in the same lift last year.

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The challenges within Nigeria’s healthcare system have long plagued the nation, resulting in an exodus of approximately 2,000 doctors annually to countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. With paltry salaries, many doctors have been compelled to seek better opportunities abroad. However, the situation has escalated due to overwork, poor working conditions, and inadequate equipment, causing physicians to risk their lives daily.

In response to Daiso’s tragedy, the Lagos state government dismissed the hospital’s facility manager and suspended the agency head responsible for maintaining the faulty lift. Despite these measures, Dr Fejiro Chinye-Nwoko of the Nigerian Solidarity Support Fund emphasizes the need for a robust healthcare system to anticipate and respond effectively to medical emergencies.

The ratio of one doctor to 10,000 people in Nigeria falls far below the World Health Organization’s recommended ratio of one doctor to 500 people. This imbalance, compounded by a decline in nursing staff, has resulted in prolonged waits for medical attention and, in some cases, fatalities.

Dr Orji Innocent, president of the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), warns that the healthcare system is at risk of complete collapse unless the situation improves. To address the crisis, the government is considering implementing a mandatory five-year practice period for newly inducted doctors to obtain a license. However, critics argue that more substantial measures and improvements are needed to retain healthcare professionals.

Creating a safer work environment, enhancing equipment maintenance, and prioritizing safety protocols are crucial steps to retain doctors and improve healthcare for all citizens. However, recent events have driven even committed professionals like Aifuobhokhan to reconsider their dedication to the field.

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