Posted on: Thu 02-04-2026

The Ogun State Nursing and Midwifery Committee has formally disassociated itself from Kehinde Adesanya, the individual arrested in connection with the death of a National Youth Service Corps member in Abeokuta, declaring that the suspect is not a registered nurse.

The clarification was issued in a statement signed by the committee’s chairman, Dr. Serifat Aminu, on behalf of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), following a review of the circumstances surrounding the incident.

According to the committee, an investigation revealed that Adesanya has no licence or recognition from the NMCN to practise nursing in Ogun State or anywhere in Nigeria.

“In line with our regulatory mandate, we conducted a thorough review of available records and necessary verification checks. The outcome clearly shows that the individual in question is not registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria,” Dr. Aminu stated.

She described media reports identifying the suspect as a nurse as “misleading and damaging,” noting that such misrepresentation undermines the integrity of the profession.

“The nursing profession is guided by strict training, certification and ethical standards. Referring to an unqualified individual as a nurse is not only incorrect but also harmful to the image of the profession,” she said.

The committee warned that the case highlights the persistent threat of quackery in the health sector, stressing that unlicensed individuals pose serious risks to public safety.

“Quackery remains a serious threat, as such individuals lack the requisite knowledge, skills and regulatory oversight needed to provide safe and effective care. Their activities can lead to severe health complications and even preventable deaths,” Dr. Aminu added.

She urged the public to avoid patronising unlicensed practitioners and to verify the credentials of healthcare providers before seeking treatment.

“We encourage residents to seek care only from recognised and accredited health facilities and to promptly report suspected cases of quackery to the appropriate authorities,” she said.

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