…approves kidney transplant for patient
Ekiti State Government has approved the dismissal of the surgeon who removed the two kidneys of a teacher, Joshua Afolayan during a surgery at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH) with immediate effect.
The government’s decision was in approval of the recommendations of the seven-member Panel of Enquiry chaired by Professor Francis Faduyile to investigate the matter.
The decision is contained in a statement by the Ekiti State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oyebanji Filani.
In addition, all members of the surgical team present in the theatre on the day of the operation are to be suspended from duty for a period of one month, pending further administrative review.
The statement confirms that the Ekiti State Government will bear the full cost of a new kidney transplant for Mr. Joshua Afolayan will also take responsibility for his post-transplant care and transplant related medical maintenance for a period of two years.
Other recommendations are :In line with the recommendations of the Panel, a comprehensive reorganisation of relevant departments within EKSUTH will be undertaken to strengthen clinical governance, accountability, and patient safety.
While the Ekiti State Government continues to stand firmly behind the many dedicated and hardworking health professionals at EKSUTH and acknowledges their sacrifices and commitment to service, it will not hesitate to take decisive action where professional standards are breached.
The Government remains resolute in its commitment to protecting patients, upholding ethical and professional standards in healthcare delivery, and restoring and sustaining public confidence in the Ekiti State health system. Necessary reforms will be pursued to ensure that incidents of this nature do not recur and that EKSUTH continues to serve as a centre of excellence in patient care.
We thank the people of Ekiti State for their patience, and trust, and we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to continued improvement in quality health care, compassion, and responsible governance.
