On Friday, the 9th of January, 2026, the Kaduna State government sealed 20 illegal Colleges of Health Sciences and private hospitals across the state.
State Commissioner for Health, Umma Kaltum-Ahmed, explained that the exercise was part of ongoing efforts to ensure private health institutions complied with established rules and regulations.
She highlighted that the action was intended to guarantee effective training of healthcare workers in Kaduna State and safeguard public health.
The institutions affected are located in Chikun, Igabi, Kaduna North, and Kaduna South local government areas.
Kaltum-Ahmed added that the exercise enforced guidelines for private health institutions and prevented unaccredited facilities from misleading the public under the guise of healthcare training.
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She further stressed that the move was crucial to stop the illegal production of unqualified health workers, which posed a serious threat to public safety.
The commissioner urged the public to seek admission only in duly approved and accredited institutions to avoid wasting time and resources on unrecognised certificates.
She also commended Governor Uba Sani for his leadership and support in repositioning the health sector to meet required standards and ensure quality healthcare delivery in Kaduna State.