Plans have been perfected by the Bauchi State Government to close all Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) on the proposed day of nationwide anti-government protest.
Dr Rilwanu Mohammed, Executive Chairman of the Bauchi State Primary Healthcare Development Board disclosed this at the opening of the bi-annual media engagement on PHC Services Reporting Techniques held in Bauchi on Tuesday.
According to him, the decision was to protect the lives of healthcare staff and patients amidst potential security threats.
Dr Mohammed said on the protest date, healthcare staff would be on holiday to avoid becoming victims of any potential attacks.
“Security reports have indicated that our PHCs may be targeted during the protest. We are not willing to risk the lives of our staff and patients. So, we will be closing these facilities.
“Normal services will resume after the protest concludes. The board has informed security agencies to protect healthcare facilities across the state,” Dr Mohammed said.
On the ongoing zero-dose immunization in some local government areas (LGAs) of Bauchi State, Dr Mohammed said drives have been designed to take place on market days, during naming ceremonies, and at other gatherings where women and children are present.
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