On FMC Misau, host community, and self-appointed meddlers, by Muhammad Ahmad Yaya Misau
Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Misau is a Federal Government-owned tertiary healthcare facility located in Misau, Bauchi State, Nigeria. It was established on 5th August 2024 to improve access to healthcare in rural and semi-urban regions.
The Hospital commenced operations on the 4th November 2024 with GOPD, Maternity Services, and blood disorders clinic.
Meddlers, especially those acting without authority, can be frustrating and disruptive. In the case of FMC Misau, the self-appointed meddlers may be causing unnecessary tension between the hospital and the host community, potentially interfering in decision-making and making the situation worse.
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The self-appointed meddlers can cause serious damage, leading to strained relationships, causing mistrust and conflict between the hospital and the host community.
They often spread false information, causing confusion and poor decision-making, and delayed progress. Interference can slow or block critical projects or decisions.
When their actions are exposed, meddlers damage the credibility of individuals and institutions, increased tension, which can escalate conflicts, creating a toxic environment.
Time and energy spent managing unnecessary interference diverts resources from more important issues, and lost opportunities.
Meddling can delay decisions, resulting in missed chances or outcomes, damaged relationships with the community, delays in providing essential services, create confusion among patients, staff, or the public.
A straightforward solution is for the hospital management to focus on its core mandate, as well as identifying the external meddlers and addressing their interference.
The Medical Director of FMC Misau, Ass. Prof Rufai Abdu Dachi deserves commendation for his unwavering commitment to the hospital’s success. He made significant strides in community engagement, raising awareness and fostering partnerships to address community concerns.
Muhammad Ahmad Yaya Misau, a Policy Analyst, Public Affairs Commentator, and Advocate for Good Governance, writes from Misau.
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