Cross River State government has inaugurated a 21-member committee to strengthen nursing practice, regulation and training across public and private healthcare sectors.
The committee, constituted under the Ministry of Health as the state committee on the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), is to oversee nursing registration processes, enforce professional standards and promote ethical conduct within the profession.
Inaugurating the committee, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk, underscored the role of nurses in healthcare delivery, describing them as central to patient care and clinical outcomes.
He noted that nurses contribute significantly to the success of medical practice and urged continuous learning and collaboration in the profession.
Ayuk also highlighted ongoing efforts by the government to strengthen the healthcare workforce through the recruitment of nurses and other health professionals.
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The Special Assistant to the Governor on Nursing, Dr. Esu Coco-Bassey, commended the composition of the committee, which includes experienced practitioners from both public and private sectors.
He expressed confidence that the members will enhance healthcare delivery in the state and lauded the administration’s commitment to advancing nursing services and education.
Also, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Dr. Jonah Offor, emphasised the need for synergy among healthcare professionals, noting that effective collaboration is critical to ensuring patient safety and improved health outcomes.
The Director of Nursing Services, Mrs. Roseline Obojor-Ogar, charged the committee to deliver on its mandate and uphold high standards in nursing practice and training.
Responding on behalf of the committee, Dr. (Mrs.) Margaret Armon assured that members will leverage their experience and expertise to achieve set objectives, expressing optimism about delivering measurable results.
The committee draws membership from key health institutions, professional bodies, academia and regulatory agencies, reflecting a broad-based approach to strengthening nursing standards in the state.
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