Kidnapping crisis worsens rural health workers shortage

BusinessDay | 25-08-2026 05:13am |

Nigeria faces a severe shortage of health workers, with one doctor for every 4,000 to 5,000 citizens. The worsening kidnapping crisis has further deterred medical professionals from working in rural areas. This has exacerbated the healthcare access challenges in these regions.

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