Following the proposed nationwide anti-government protest, the Bauchi State Government has announced plans to close all Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs)
It said the decision was to protect the lives of healthcare staff and patients amidst potential security threats.
Dr Rilwanu Mohammed, Executive Chairman of the Bauchi State Primary Healthcare Development Board, stated this at the opening of the bi-annual media engagement on PHC Services Reporting Techniques held in Bauchi on Tuesday.
“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,” Dr Mohammed said.
He said on the protest date, healthcare staff would be on holiday to avoid becoming victims of any potential attacks.
“Normal services will resume after the protest concludes. The board has informed security agencies to protect healthcare facilities across the state,” he added.